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Easy Buffalo Chicken

Easy Buffalo Chicken

This easy buffalo chicken recipe delivers tender, juicy chicken tossed in a spicy buffalo sauce, perfect for wings, sandwiches, or salads.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb chicken breasts
  • 0.75 cup buffalo wing sauce mild or hot, as preferred
  • 2 tbsp butter unsalted
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper freshly ground

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Bake the chicken for 20 minutes or until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • Meanwhile, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat, then mix in the buffalo wing sauce until combined.
  • Once the chicken is cooked, remove from oven and shred with two forks.
  • Toss shredded chicken in the buffalo sauce mixture until evenly coated.
  • Serve immediately, or use in sandwiches, wraps, or salads.

Notes

For extra heat, add a dash of cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the buffalo sauce before tossing with the chicken.