Why Make This Recipe
Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken is a tasty and easy dish that is perfect for gatherings or a casual dinner at home. Using an air fryer makes it quick and keeps it healthier than traditional frying. Plus, the spicy buffalo sauce adds a punch of flavor that everyone will love. It’s a fun way to enjoy chicken with a twist!
How to Make Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken
Ingredients:
- Boneless chicken breasts
- Homemade buffalo sauce
- Salt
- Pepper
- Olive oil
Directions:
- Preheat the air fryer to 360°F (182°C).
- In a bowl, combine the boneless chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Toss the chicken with the homemade buffalo sauce until evenly coated.
- Place the chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and crispy.
- Serve hot as an appetizer or snack.
How to Serve Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken
Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken is best served hot. You can enjoy it on its own, or with a side of celery sticks and blue cheese or ranch dressing for dipping. It also makes a great addition to sandwiches or salads.
How to Store Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken
To store leftover Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken, let it cool completely first. Then, place it in an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also freeze the chicken for up to 2 months. When ready to eat, just reheat it in the air fryer or microwave.
Tips to Make Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken
- For extra crispiness, try coating the chicken with a bit of panko bread crumbs before air frying.
- Adjust the spice level of the buffalo sauce to match your taste. You can add more hot sauce or use a milder version.
- Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket; this helps the chicken cook evenly.
Variation
For a different flavor, you can use BBQ sauce instead of buffalo sauce. This will give you a sweet and smoky twist on the dish.
FAQs
Can I use frozen chicken breasts?
Yes, you can, but you will need to increase the cooking time. Make sure the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
What can I serve with Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken?
This dish goes well with celery sticks, carrots, and any kind of dipping sauce like ranch or blue cheese dressing.
Can I make this dish ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the chicken and coat it with the sauce ahead of time. Store it in the fridge until you are ready to cook it in the air fryer.
Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Description
A tasty and easy dish that is perfect for gatherings or a casual dinner at home, featuring flavorful spicy buffalo sauce on crispy chicken.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup homemade buffalo sauce
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 360°F (182°C).
- In a bowl, combine the boneless chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Toss the chicken with the homemade buffalo sauce until evenly coated.
- Place the chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and crispy.
- Serve hot as an appetizer or snack.
Notes
For extra crispiness, try coating the chicken with panko bread crumbs before air frying. Adjust the spice level of the buffalo sauce to match your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
