Description
These Irresistible Buffalo Garlic Chicken Bites are a perfect blend of spicy and savory flavors, featuring tender bite-sized chicken pieces seared to golden perfection and tossed in a rich, buttery garlic buffalo sauce. Served with crunchy celery sticks and your choice of ranch or blue cheese dip, this dish is a delightful appetizer or snack for flavor lovers.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Bites
- 1 pound Chicken Breast, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or Neutral Cooking Oil, for searing
Buffalo Garlic Sauce
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 3/4 cup Hot Sauce (e.g., Frank’s RedHot), adjust by spice preference
Garnish & Sides
- 1 tablespoon Black Sesame Seeds (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley, chopped
- 1 cup Dip of Choice (e.g., Ranch or Blue Cheese)
- 2 stalks Celery Sticks
- 2 cups Mac and Cheese (optional side dish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken breast into evenly sized bite-sized cubes to ensure uniform cooking. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper evenly.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer, making sure not to crowd the pan. Cook each side for about 3-4 minutes until the pieces are golden brown and cooked through.
- Make the Sauce: While the chicken cooks, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes, taking care not to burn the garlic.
- Combine Sauce and Hot Sauce: Stir in the hot sauce into the melted butter and garlic mixture. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Coat the Chicken: Transfer the cooked chicken pieces into the sauce and toss thoroughly to coat each piece well with the buffalo garlic sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle black sesame seeds and chopped fresh parsley over the chicken bites for a touch of color and texture. Serve hot with your choice of ranch or blue cheese dip, alongside crunchy celery sticks and optionally mac and cheese for a hearty accompaniment.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of hot sauce according to your preferred spice level.
- For extra crispiness, you can pat the chicken dry before seasoning and searing.
- Butter can be substituted with a dairy-free alternative to make this recipe lactose-free.
- Black sesame seeds add a nutty flavor and visual appeal but can be omitted if unavailable.
- Serving with celery sticks is a classic pairing that adds refreshing crunch and balances the spiciness.
