Buffalo Chicken Thighs
These Buffalo Chicken Thighs are a perfect balance of spicy and savory, making them the ultimate comfort food for any budget-friendly meal.
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Our unique recipe combines tender chicken thighs with a flavorful buffalo sauce that will have your taste buds dancing with delight.
If you love delicious buffalo chicken thighs like this one you may also enjoy this Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Chili recipe.
Ingredients
This is a quick overview of the ingredients that you will need to make this tasty recipe. You can find the full measurements in the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
- boneless skinless chicken thighs
- all-purpose flour
- garlic powder
- onion powder
- paprika
- cayenne pepper
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- melted unsalted butter, melted
- hot sauce
- honey
- Worcestershire sauce
- Ranch dressing, for garnish
- Blue cheese crumbles
- Sliced green onions
Instructions
This is an overview of the steps that you need to make this recipe. You can find the full step-by-step instructions in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
Dredge each chicken thigh in the flour mixture, coating it thoroughly on both sides of the chicken thighs. Shake off any excess flour.
Place the coated chicken thighs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the 400 degree preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
While the chicken is baking, in a saucepan over medium heat, combine the melted butter, hot sauce, honey, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well and let the sauce simmer for a few minutes until it thickens slightly. Remove the saucepan from heat.
Once the chicken thighs are cooked, transfer them to a large bowl. Pour the prepared buffalo sauce over the chicken and toss to coat the chicken evenly with the sauce.
Arrange the buffalo chicken thighs on a serving platter. Garnish with ranch dressing (if desired,) blue cheese crumbles, and sliced green onions.
Hint: I like to press the seasoning mixture slightly into the thighs to help the crispy coating stick.
Variations and Substitutions
- Gluten Free – Make this recipe gluten-free by using your favorite gluten-free flour blend.
- Keto – Turn this into a low-carb-friendly recipe by using almond flour instead of all-purpose flour.
- Adjust the spice: Make this kid-friendly by using mild buffalo wing sauce and removing the cayenne pepper.
If you love buffalo chicken recipes, you may also enjoy this Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Chili recipe.
Equipment
- saucepan
- baking sheet lined with parchment paper
- dredging station – shallow bowls
Storage
Storage: Store the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.
Freezing: You can freeze the leftovers in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to three months.
Reheating: To reheat this delicious chicken place it in the microwave for 2-3 minutes or until heated through. You can also reheat it in the oven at 375 for 10-15 minutes on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Test Kitchen Tips
- For the most accurate temperature use an instant-read thermometer.
- Make sure to take the temperature in the thickest part of the thigh.
- If you don’t have parchment paper you can spray your baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray instead.
- Use a rimmed baking sheet so that your juices don’t run off into the oven.
FAQ
Yes, the chicken thighs will get more tender as they are cooked. However, they can become tough if they are overcooked.
The flour coating on your chicken thighs will help your sauce to the chicken.
Chicken thighs are done when they reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees f.
Buffalo Chicken Thighs
Equipment
- baking sheet lined with parchment paper
- dreading station
Ingredients
- 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- ½ cup hot sauce such as Frank’s RedHot
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Ranch dressing for garnish (optional)
- Blue cheese crumbles for garnish
- Sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Dredge each chicken thigh in the flour mixture, coating it thoroughly on both sides. Shake off any excess flour.
- Place the coated chicken thighs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- While the chicken is baking, in a saucepan over medium heat, combine the melted butter, hot sauce, honey, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well and let the sauce simmer for a few minutes until it thickens slightly. Remove the saucepan from heat.
- Once the chicken thighs are cooked, transfer them to a large bowl. Pour the prepared buffalo sauce over the chicken and toss to coat the chicken evenly with the sauce.
- Arrange the buffalo chicken thighs on a serving platter. Garnish with ranch dressing (if desired,) blue cheese crumbles, and sliced green onions.
Disclaimer:
Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and proportion sizes.
Nutrition
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