How to Make the Perfect Buffalo Chicken Strips
American · Easy · 15 min · 4 servings
These crispy buffalo chicken strips deliver serious heat and flavor in a quick 15 minute recipe that beats any takeout. Tossed in a classic buttery buffalo sauce these strips are perfect for dinner game night or meal prep.
Why this recipe works
This Buffalo Chicken Strips recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 15 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 290 calories with 36g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 5 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 1.5 lb chicken breast cut into strips
- 0.5 cup buffalo hot sauce
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup all purpose flour
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Coat Chicken
Toss chicken strips in flour until lightly and evenly coated on all sides.
Step 2: Pan Fry Strips
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Cook chicken strips for 4 to 5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
Step 3: Toss in Buffalo Sauce
In a separate small pan melt butter with hot sauce over low heat for 1 minute. Pour over chicken strips and toss until every piece is fully coated.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- all purpose flour → almond flour for a gluten free lower carb coating
- buffalo hot sauce → sriracha mixed with butter for a slightly different heat profile
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Coating chicken too thickly in flour which creates a gummy rather than crispy exterior
- Tossing chicken in sauce while still on high heat which burns the butter in the sauce
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 290 calories, 36g protein, 8g carbs, 12g fat, 0g fiber.
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