Buffalo Chicken Bites
Buffalo Chicken Bites are flavorful, bite-sized pieces of chicken coated in breadcrumbs and tossed in spicy buffalo sauce. Perfect for game days and gatherings.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- ½ cup buffalo sauce
- 1 large egg, beaten Can be replaced with flaxseed meal for vegan option.
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Cooking oil or cooking spray For frying or baking.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all the ingredients and equipment like a mixing bowl and baking sheet (or frying pan). Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) if baking.
- Place the chicken pieces in a mixing bowl and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Set up your dipping stations: In one bowl, add the beaten egg. In another bowl, pour in the breadcrumbs.
Coating and Cooking
- Dip each piece of chicken into the beaten egg, ensuring it's fully coated, then transfer to the breadcrumbs and coat thoroughly.
- If baking, line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange the breaded chicken pieces in a single layer. If frying, carefully place the chicken in hot oil without overcrowding the pan.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, or fry until golden brown, about 4–5 minutes on each side.
- Place the cooked bites into a large mixing bowl, pour in the buffalo sauce, and toss gently until well coated.
Serving
- Serve the Buffalo Chicken Bites hot, garnished with fresh herbs and additional buffalo sauce if desired.
Notes
For best flavor, do not skip seasoning the chicken and avoid overcrowding the pan while frying.