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Baked Buffalo Chicken Bites

Molly LaFontaine
The first time I whipped up these baked buffalo bites, my husband couldn't get enough. After we finished eating Tyler said, "these are the best wings I've ever had". They're coated in breadcrumbs, tossed in sauce, and baked for a healthier crisp.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 2 people

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 1 large boneless skinless chicken breast (or 2 small)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (I use organic, unbleached)
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs (I use homemade breadcrumbs)
  • 1 cup milk (I use whole milk)
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper

For the Sauce

  • 6 Tbsp butter (I use grass-fed salted)
  • 1/2 cup hot sauce (Frank's RedHot is the best but you can use any)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder

Instructions
 

  • NOTE: You can double this recipe as many times as you'd like.

Make the Oven-Baked Fried Chicken

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Slice chicken breast into small bite sized pieces about 1-2 inches in size. You should get a good amount of them. Set aside.
  • In a small bowl combine flour, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper. Mix to combine and set aside.
  • In a second bowl, whisk together milk, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp pepper. Set aside.
  • In a third bowl, add breadcrumbs, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp pepper into another small bowl. Mix to combine. Set aside.
  • Place bowls of chicken, flour, milk, breadcrumbs, and sheet pan in a line, in that order, so everything is set up.
  • Dredge each piece of chicken by dipping it in the flour mixture, shaking excess off. Then dip it into the wet mixture ensuring all sides are coated. Let excess drip off. Finally, dip it in the breadcrumbs ensuring it is completely coated. Place breaded piece of chicken on the sheet pan.
  • Repeat until all pieces are breaded. Make sure they aren’t touching on the pan.
  • Bake at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes, until fully baked and crunchy. No need to flip while baking!

Make the Sauce (while chicken bakes)

  • Place butter in a small saucepan and melt over medium heat.
  • Once melted, add hot sauce and garlic powder. Whisk until completely combined and no butter residue is around the edges of the pan.
  • Either remove from heat and let cool before storing in an airtight container in the fridge or leave it warming over medium heat for 2-3 more minutes for a warmer sauce that's ready to use. Enjoy!

Toss Bites

  • Once chicken is baked, add to a large mixing bowl along with as much sauce as you desire. Toss or stir to fully coat. Serve and enjoy!
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