Description
Baked Buffalo Chicken is a healthier, oven-baked version of the classic buffalo wings. Juicy chicken breasts or thighs are seasoned, baked, and coated in a spicy buffalo sauce for a flavorful main dish perfect for dinners, game day, or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil (plus extra for greasing)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup hot sauce (such as Frank’s RedHot)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley or green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Pat chicken dry and season with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Place chicken in the prepared baking dish and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Meanwhile, heat hot sauce and butter in a small pan until melted and combined.
- Remove chicken from the oven and brush generously with the buffalo sauce. Return to the oven for 5 minutes to set the glaze.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions and serve hot.
Notes
Use chicken thighs for juicier results.Adjust spice level by increasing or reducing hot sauce.For extra crispy chicken, coat with breadcrumbs before baking.Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days, or freeze (without sauce) for up to 2 months.Reheat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
