Description
These Irresistibly Easy Buffalo Garlic Chicken Bites combine tender, juicy chicken pieces with a crispy coating and a flavorful buffalo garlic sauce. Perfectly fried and tossed in a buttery, garlicky buffalo sauce, these bite-sized treats are ideal for a delicious appetizer or snack, served with ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Coating
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 large eggs, whisked
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
Sauce and Garnish
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing, for dipping
- Oil for frying (about 1-2 cups, vegetable or canola oil recommended)
Instructions
- Preparation: Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps the coating stick better and prevents splattering during frying.
- Egg Wash: In a bowl, whisk the two large eggs thoroughly until combined. This mixture will help the coating adhere to the chicken pieces.
- Coating Mix: In a separate bowl, combine the flour and cornstarch evenly. The cornstarch adds extra crispiness to the coating.
- Coating the Chicken: Dip each chicken piece first into the whisked eggs, allowing excess to drip off, then coat evenly in the flour-cornstarch mixture. Ensure each piece is fully coated for the crispiest texture.
- Frying the Chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the coated chicken pieces in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Preparing the Buffalo Garlic Sauce: In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté gently for about a minute until fragrant but not browned. Stir in the buffalo sauce and simmer the mixture for 2 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Tossing Chicken in Sauce: Transfer the fried chicken bites to a large bowl and pour the warm buffalo garlic sauce over them. Toss gently to coat each piece evenly with the sauce.
- Serving: Garnish the sauced chicken bites with freshly chopped parsley. Serve immediately with ranch or blue cheese dressing on the side for dipping.
Notes
- For extra crispy chicken bites, double-dip the chicken pieces in egg and coating before frying.
- You can adjust the spiciness of the buffalo sauce by choosing mild, medium, or hot varieties according to your preference.
- Use a thermometer to maintain the oil temperature at around 350°F for optimal frying results.
- If you prefer baking over frying, coat the chicken as directed, place on a baking sheet lined with parchment, and bake at 425°F for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Ensure chicken pieces are uniformly sized to guarantee even cooking.
