**Indulge in the Spicy Delight of Buffalo Chicken Strips Paired with a Refreshing Celery and Watercress Slaw**
Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a classic American dish that packs a punch – Buffalo chicken strips! These crispy, succulent chicken strips are coated in a tangy, spicy Buffalo sauce that will leave you craving more. Served alongside a refreshing and crunchy celery and watercress slaw, this dynamic duo makes for an irresistible meal or appetizer. Get ready to elevate your taste buds with this harmonious blend of flavors and textures.
In this culinary adventure, you'll embark on a journey through two delectable recipes. The first recipe guides you in crafting the perfect Buffalo sauce, a harmonious blend of cayenne pepper, vinegar, and butter that brings the heat. The second recipe takes you through the steps of creating a crisp and juicy chicken strip that pairs perfectly with the bold Buffalo sauce. Finally, you'll learn the art of making a light and refreshing celery and watercress slaw, adding a vibrant crunch to complement the spicy chicken strips.
So, gather your ingredients, fire up your kitchen, and let's embark on a culinary adventure that will leave your taste buds dancing with delight. Get ready to savor the explosive flavors of Buffalo chicken strips and the refreshing crunch of celery and watercress slaw – a match made in culinary heaven.
BUFFALO CHICKEN SLIDERS WITH CELERY-BLUE CHEESE SLAW
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Time 25m
Yield 12 sliders
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- To a medium-sized, straight-sided pan, add the butter and melt over medium heat. Once melted, add the buffalo sauce, garlic powder and onion powder and whisk to incorporate. Bring the mixture up to a simmer and stir in the shredded chicken. Turn the heat down to low and let simmer until the chicken is heated through and evenly coated in the sauce, about 5 minutes.
- To assemble: Lay the Hawaiian slider rolls on a clean work surface, cut side-up. Using tongs, transfer the buffalo chicken to the bottom half of the rolls. Top each with celery slaw. Spoon the remaining buffalo sauce on the cut-side of the top buns. Place the top half on and skewer each slider.
- Add all of the ingredients to a medium sized bowl and toss to combine. Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
SKINNY BUFFALO CHICKEN STRIPS
Quick and easy - these buffalo chicken strips are spicy and delicious! I like to serve them with my homemade skinny blue cheese dressing and celery sticks on the side for a hot and spicy appetizer.
Provided by Gina
Categories Appetizer
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine garlic powder, paprika, chili powder and black pepper in a medium bowl.
- Season chicken with spices and toss to evenly coat the chicken.
- Heat half of the oil in a large non-stick sauté pan over medium-high heat, when hot add half of the chicken and cook until golden, about 3-4 minutes, turn chicken and cook until center is no longer pink.
- Set aside; repeat with remaining oil and chicken.
- Pour the hot sauce over the chicken tossing well.
- Serve with celery sticks and blue cheese dressing if desired.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 strips, Calories 111 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 21 g, Fat 2 g, Cholesterol 43 mg, Sodium 640 mg, Fiber 1 g
BUFFALO CHICKEN SANDWICH WITH BLUE CHEESE SLAW
Provided by Aaron McCargo Jr.
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, crumbled blue cheese, garlic, Worcestershire sauce and lemon juice until well incorporated. Add cole slaw mix and toss well. Season with salt and pepper and set aside.
- In a deep-fryer or heavy-bottomed pot, heat enough canola oil to come halfway up the sides of the pot, to 350 degrees F.
- Put buffalo sauce in a shallow dish and set aside. Season the chicken with smoked paprika, and salt and pepper, to taste. Put the flour, 2 tablespoons of paprika, 1 tablespoon of salt and 1 tablespoon of pepper in a shallow dish. In another shallow dish add the egg, buttermilk, and hot sauce and whisk together. Dredge each piece of chicken in the buttermilk mixture and shake off any excess, then dredge into flour mixture. Fry until the chicken is cooked through, about 4 to 6 minutes and the internal temperature registers 165 degrees F on an-instant read thermometer. Dip the finished chicken in the buffalo sauce and put them on the club rolls. Top the chicken with a liberal amount of slaw and form a sandwich.
BUFFALO CHICKEN STRIPS WITH CELERY AND WATERCRESS SLAW
Categories Chicken Dairy Leafy Green Vegetable Sauté Super Bowl Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy Mayonnaise Celery Poker/Game Night Watercress Bon Appétit Small Plates
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Blend 1/4 cup mayonnaise, buttermilk, and blue cheese in processor. Season dressing with pepper. Set aside.
- Mix 1/2 cup mayonnaise and hot sauce in bowl. Sprinkle chicken with salt. Coat each side with 1 tablespoon mayonnaise-hot sauce mixture, then 2 tablespoons panko. Heat large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Sauté chicken until cooked through, about 7 minutes per side.
- Meanwhile, toss celery, cabbage, and vinegar in large bowl. Season slaw with salt and pepper. Mix watercress into slaw.
- Cut chicken crosswise into strips; arrange on 4 plates with slaw. Spoon dressing into 4 cups; serve with chicken.
BUFFALO CHICKEN & BLUE CHEESE SLAW
Enjoy these sticky buffalo wings New York-style for a sharing family supper. You can use chicken wings or legs, if you prefer. Serve with blue cheese slaw
Provided by Esther Clark
Categories Dinner, Snack, Supper
Time 1h30m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 180C/160C fan/ gas 4. Lay the chicken skin-side up in a roasting tin. Slash the skin of the chicken with a sharp knife, then season and roast for 35 mins.
- Mix together the hot sauce, paprika, sugar, vinegar, garlic powder and butter in a pan. Stir over a low heat until the butter has melted, then simmer for 1 min. Season. Tip away any excess juices and fat from the roasting tin, then pour in half the sauce. Return to the oven for 20 mins until cooked through. Turn the oven to the highest temperature and add the remaining sauce. Cook for 5 mins.
- Crumble the cheese into a bowl and mix through the soured cream, mayo, chives and lemon juice. Toss the apple with the celery, cabbage and the cheese sauce. Serve the chicken alongside the slaw.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 769 calories, Fat 64 grams fat, SaturatedFat 21 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 12 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 12 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 34 grams protein, Sodium 2.1 milligram of sodium
BUFFALO CHICKEN STRIPS WITH BLUE CHEESE SALAD
Although deep-frying requires cooking in a lot of oil, very little is absorbed by the chicken. The hot oil sears the exterior, sealing in juices and keeping out most of the fat in this delicious Buffalo Chicken Strips with Blue Cheese Salad recipe. It's just the thing to celebrate the Super Bowl or to serve at your next game night.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in ketchup and hot sauce. Remove from heat; cover and reserve sauce.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 3/4 teaspoon pepper. Sprinkle 1/2 cup flour mixture evenly on a rimmed baking sheet; set aside. In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs and 2 teaspoons water.
- In small batches, dredge chicken in flour mixture, shaking off excess. Dip chicken in egg mixture to coat, shaking off excess. Dredge chicken in flour again. Place on floured sheet.
- In a large (5-quart) saucepan, heat oil to 350 degrees on a deep-fry thermometer (a pinch of flour should sizzle when dropped in the oil).
- Add half the chicken; cook until golden brown, 3 to 6 minutes. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate. Return oil to 350 degrees. Repeat with remaining chicken.
- Toss chicken strips with reserved sauce (reheated if necessary) to coat. Serve with Blue Cheese Salad.
Tips:
- To make the buttermilk marinade, combine 1 cup of buttermilk, 1 tablespoon of hot sauce, 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, and 1 teaspoon of salt in a large bowl. Stir until well combined.
- To make the buffalo sauce, combine 1/2 cup of hot sauce, 1/4 cup of melted butter, 1/4 cup of honey, and 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce in a small bowl. Stir until well combined.
- To make the celery and watercress slaw, combine 1 cup of shredded celery, 1 cup of chopped watercress, 1/2 cup of red onion, 1/4 cup of mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon of vinegar, 1 teaspoon of sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt in a medium bowl. Stir until well combined.
- To cook the chicken strips, preheat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken strips and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until cooked through. Drain the chicken strips on paper towels.
- To serve, toss the chicken strips in the buffalo sauce. Serve with the celery and watercress slaw.
Conclusion:
Buffalo chicken strips are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for game day, parties, or a quick weeknight meal. The combination of the spicy buffalo sauce and the cool, refreshing celery and watercress slaw is irresistible. These tips will help you make the best buffalo chicken strips possible.
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