Best 2 Buffalo Style Grilled Chicken Recipes

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**Indulge in the Spicy and Succulent Delight of Buffalo-Style Grilled Chicken**

Prepare your taste buds for a tantalizing culinary journey with buffalo-style grilled chicken, a dish that harmoniously blends the fiery heat of buffalo sauce with the tender, juicy texture of grilled chicken. This delectable dish is a symphony of flavors, combining the tangy acidity of vinegar, the subtle sweetness of butter, and the robust spiciness of cayenne pepper. Experience a delightful interplay of textures, from the crispy, charred exterior of the chicken to the succulent, moist interior. Accompanied by a medley of cool and creamy dipping sauces, such as ranch or blue cheese, this dish promises an explosion of taste in every bite. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or seeking a hearty weeknight meal, buffalo-style grilled chicken is guaranteed to satisfy your cravings for bold and flavorful cuisine.

**Explore a Trio of Tempting Recipes:**

1. **Classic Buffalo-Style Grilled Chicken:** Embark on a culinary adventure with this timeless recipe, featuring chicken breasts marinated in a zesty blend of buffalo sauce, melted butter, and spices. Grilled to perfection, the chicken exudes a captivating aroma and a delightful charred exterior.

2. **Honey Garlic Buffalo-Style Grilled Chicken:** Experience a harmonious balance of sweet and spicy with this innovative recipe. A tantalizing marinade of honey, garlic, and buffalo sauce infuses the chicken with a luscious glaze. As the chicken grills, the glaze caramelizes, creating a delightful crust that complements the tender and juicy interior.

3. **Crispy Baked Buffalo-Style Chicken Tenders:** Indulge in a healthier rendition of buffalo-style chicken with this oven-baked version. Chicken tenders are coated in a flavorful mixture of buffalo sauce, bread crumbs, and Parmesan cheese. Baked until golden brown and crispy, these tenders offer a guilt-free alternative to traditional fried chicken.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BUFFALO-STYLE GRILLED CHICKEN



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Don't barbecue plain chicken when you can spice it up with a simple, four-ingredient marinade.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 2h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup Frank's™ RedHot™ Original cayenne pepper sauce
2 teaspoons canola oil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup blue cheese dressing
2 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese, if desired
1 tablespoon reduced-fat sour cream
4 medium stalks celery

Steps:

  • In heavy-duty resealable food-storage plastic bag, stir pepper sauce, oil, garlic powder and salt. Add chicken, turning to coat with marinade; seal bag. Refrigerate at least 2 hours but no longer than 24 hours.
  • Heat gas or charcoal grill. Carefully brush grill rack with canola oil.
  • Remove chicken from bag. Place chicken on grill over medium-high heat. Cover grill; cook 10 to 12 minutes, turning after 5 minutes, until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (170°F).
  • Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix dressing, blue cheese and sour cream. Place grilled chicken on platter; serve with celery and dressing mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 3 1/2, ServingSize 1 Serving, TransFat 0 g

GRILLED BUFFALO CHICKEN CUTLETS



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

4 (6-ounce) chicken cutlets
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Olive oil, for greasing grill grates
1/2 cup hot sauce (recommended: Frank''s Hot Sauce)
3 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1 clove garlic, finely minced
Blue Cheese Slaw, recipe follows
1 small (1 1/2 pound) head green cabbage
1 small shallot, peeled
1 large carrot, peeled
4 ounces Danish blue cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup light sour cream
1/4 cup light mayonnaise
2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  • Pound each chicken breast out to 1/4-inch thickness between 2 pieces of parchment paper. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Using a clean tea towel, oil the grill grates.
  • Grill the chicken on each side until golden and cooked through, for 3 to 4 minutes, until golden and cooked through.
  • While the chicken is grilling, add the hot sauce, butter, paprika, apple cider vinegar, and garlic to a medium saucepan. Place the pan on the grill grates and stir to melt all together. Dip the chicken into the saucepan to coat and then grill for another minute on each side. Remove the chicken from the grill and place on a platter. Top each cutlet with some Bblue Ccheese Sslaw.
  • Using a large-holed grater attachment for a food processor, grate the cabbage, shallot, and carrot. Add to a large serving bowl.
  • Mix together the blue cheese, buttermilk, sour cream, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, celery seed, salt, and pepper together in a small small bowl. Fold into the grated veggies and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Cover with plastic wrap and let sit in the fridge for at least 1 hour to absorb flavors. Can be made a 1 day in advance.

Tips:

  • Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs. This will make the chicken easier to cook and shred.
  • Marinate the chicken in the buffalo sauce for at least 30 minutes. This will help the chicken absorb the flavor of the sauce.
  • Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. This will help the chicken cook quickly and evenly.
  • Grill the chicken for 8-10 minutes per side, or until it is cooked through. Be sure to flip the chicken halfway through cooking.
  • Serve the chicken with your favorite dipping sauce. Ranch dressing, blue cheese dressing, or a spicy mayonnaise are all great options.

Conclusion:

Buffalo-style grilled chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to enjoy the classic flavors of buffalo sauce without having to deep fry the chicken. Whether you serve it as an appetizer, main course, or sandwich, buffalo-style grilled chicken is sure to be a hit.

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