Buffalo Fried Chicke
Get ready for a flavor-packed bite with this Buffalo Fried Chicken! Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and coated in a spicy, tangy Buffalo sauce, it’s perfect for game day or any spicy craving. Easy to make with tender, marinated chicken and a crunchy coating that’s bursting with flavor. Serve with cool ranch or blue cheese dressing and celery for the ultimate treat. This Buffalo Fried Chicken is sure to become a crowd favorite!
Ingredients:
1 lb chicken tenders or boneless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornstarch (for extra crunch)
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
Oil, for frying
Buffalo Sauce
1/2 cup hot sauce (try Frank’s RedHot)
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 tbsp honey (optional, for a sweet kick)
1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions:
1. Marinate the Chicken: Season chicken strips with salt and pepper. Soak in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight to get that tender, juicy texture.
2. Prepare the Coating: In a shallow bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Take each chicken strip out of the buttermilk, letting any excess drip off, then coat thoroughly in the flour mixture.
3. Heat the Oil: Heat oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
4. Fry the Chicken: Fry chicken strips in batches for 5-7 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
5. Make the Buffalo Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together hot sauce, melted butter, honey, and garlic powder until smooth.
6. Coat the Chicken: Toss fried chicken strips in Buffalo sauce until each piece is fully coated.
Serving Suggestion
Serve hot with ranch or blue cheese dressing and celery sticks for dipping.
Helpful Tips
Extra Crunch: For a thicker crust, double-dip the chicken: coat in flour, dip back into buttermilk, then coat in flour again.
Control the Heat: Add more hot sauce for spiciness, or balance with extra honey.
Oven-Baked Option: For a lighter alternative, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, then coat in Buffalo sauce.
