Description
This Buffalo Chicken recipe features tender, marinated chicken breasts cooked to perfection with a flavorful, spicy Buffalo marinade and a sweet, tangy glaze. Perfect for serving as a main dish, in sandwiches, wraps, or salads, the recipe allows customization of heat levels by adjusting the glaze amount. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner with stovetop or grilling options.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 2-3 chicken breasts pounded thin (approx. 1 pound)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
Buffalo Marinade
- 1/4 cup Frank’s hot WINGS Sauce for more heat OR Frank’s ORIGINAL Hot Sauce for less heat
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Buffalo Glaze
- Reserved marinade (from Buffalo Marinade)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 1/2 teaspoons lime juice
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: Whisk together all Buffalo Marinade ingredients in a medium bowl. Measure out 1/4 cup and combine with 2 tablespoons olive oil in a shallow dish or freezer bag.
- Marinate the chicken: Add chicken breasts to the marinade mixture, tossing evenly to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours up to overnight for best flavor.
- Make the glaze: To the remaining marinade, whisk in 1 tablespoon honey and 1 1/2 teaspoons lime juice. Store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- Bring chicken to room temperature: Remove chicken from refrigerator and let sit for 15-30 minutes before cooking to ensure even cooking.
- Cook on stovetop: Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until very hot. Add chicken and cook undisturbed for 3-5 minutes until browned. Flip chicken, cover, and reduce heat to medium. Cook an additional 5-7 minutes or until fully cooked through. Remove chicken and let rest 5 minutes before slicing.
- Optional grilling method: Preheat grill to medium heat (375-450°F) and grease grates. Grill chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature 160°F). Remove and let rest 5 minutes before slicing.
- Apply the glaze: Brush chicken with desired amount of Buffalo Glaze. Adjust glaze quantity for desired heat level—more glaze for spicier flavor, less glaze for milder taste.
Notes
- Watch the recipe video at the top of the post for a visual guide on how to make the dish.
- The chicken is flavorful but not very spicy without the glaze; customize heat by adjusting the glaze amount.
- Try tossing the cooked chicken with your favorite BBQ sauce for a delicious variation.
- This chicken is versatile and excellent for sandwiches, wraps, salads, tacos, and more.
- Total time excludes marinating since marinating duration varies by individual preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
