Description
This Baked Buffalo Chicken recipe offers a simple and flavorful way to enjoy spicy buffalo wings in a healthy, oven-baked form. Perfectly seasoned chicken breasts are coated in a tangy buffalo wing sauce and baked to juicy perfection. Ideal for meals ranging from casual lunches to game-day snacks.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Seasoning
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Baking Sauce
- 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Garnish (optional)
- Chopped green onions
- Crumbled blue cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven temperature to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish by lightly greasing it or lining it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Season Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides evenly with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper for maximum flavor.
- Sear Chicken (optional): Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear each chicken breast for 2–3 minutes per side until lightly browned to enhance flavor and texture, then transfer to the baking dish.
- Prepare Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the buffalo wing sauce and melted butter. Stir until well mixed.
- Coat Chicken: Pour the buffalo sauce mixture over the chicken breasts in the baking dish, turning them to coat both sides thoroughly with sauce.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) ensuring the chicken is fully cooked and juicy.
- Serve: Spoon extra sauce from the dish over the chicken before serving. Optionally, garnish with chopped green onions and crumbled blue cheese for an added burst of flavor.
Notes
- For a spicier version, increase the amount of hot buffalo sauce or use an extra hot variety.
- This dish works great sliced over salads, stuffed into sandwiches, or served alongside roasted vegetables.
- You can shred the cooked chicken to use in wraps or tacos for versatile meal options.
