If you’re craving a dish that packs a punch of flavor and a delightful crunch, look no further than these Blue Cheese Buffalo Bites! Perfectly crispy chicken pieces are coated in a spicy buffalo sauce and topped with creamy blue cheese, creating an irresistible combination that will have your taste buds dancing. Whether you're hosting a game day party, a casual get-together, or just treating yourself to a delicious snack, these bites are sure to steal the show. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this easy yet mouthwatering recipe that’s ready in just 35 minutes!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 1/2 cup blue cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by cutting the chicken breast into 1-inch bite-sized cubes, ensuring they are uniform in size for even cooking.
- Season the diced chicken with salt and pepper, mixing thoroughly to distribute the seasoning evenly across all pieces.
- Place breadcrumbs in a shallow dish, preparing them for coating the chicken pieces.
- Dredge each chicken piece completely in the breadcrumbs, pressing gently to ensure a complete and even coating.
- Heat a large skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat with a light coating of cooking oil.
- Cook the breaded chicken pieces for 4-5 minutes on each side, turning carefully to achieve a golden brown crispy exterior and ensuring the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the cooked chicken from the pan and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Pour buffalo sauce over the cooked chicken pieces, tossing gently to coat each piece thoroughly.
- Sprinkle crumbled blue cheese over the sauced chicken, allowing it to slightly melt and integrate with the buffalo sauce.
- Garnish with freshly chopped green onions for added flavor and visual appeal.
- Serve immediately while hot, optionally with additional blue cheese or ranch dressing on the side for dipping.
Tips
- Uniform Size: When cutting your chicken breast into bite-sized pieces, aim for uniformity to ensure even cooking. This will help avoid any undercooked or overcooked pieces.
- Season Well: Don’t skimp on the salt and pepper! Properly seasoning your chicken before breading it enhances the flavor of the final dish.
- Breadcrumb Coating: For an extra crispy texture, consider using panko breadcrumbs instead of regular breadcrumbs. They’ll give your bites a delightful crunch!
- Oil Temperature: Make sure your skillet is hot enough before adding the chicken. This will help achieve that golden-brown crust while keeping the chicken juicy inside.
- Sauce it Up: After cooking, toss the chicken in buffalo sauce while it’s still hot to ensure the sauce sticks well. Feel free to adjust the amount of sauce to match your spice preference!
- Garnish for Flavor: Don’t forget the green onions! They add a fresh flavor that complements the richness of the blue cheese and the heat of the buffalo sauce.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve your Blue Cheese Buffalo Bites with extra blue cheese or ranch dressing on the side for dipping. It’s the perfect way to cool down the heat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 385kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 118mg
