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Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Recipe

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This Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken recipe delivers crispy, juicy chicken bites tossed in spicy buffalo sauce, perfect for a quick and flavorful snack or meal. Using an air fryer offers a healthier alternative to traditional frying, creating a crunchy coating without the extra oil. Serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing for a classic combination.

Ingredients

Chicken and Coating

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1½-inch pieces (approximately 2 chicken breasts)
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 2 cups panko breading

Sauce

  • 1 cup buffalo sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F and spray the basket with a nonstick spray to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
  2. Prepare dredging bowls: Set out three separate bowls for coating. In the first, mix together the flour, cornstarch, and salt. In the second bowl, beat the eggs. In the third bowl, place the panko breading.
  3. Coat the chicken: Take each piece of chicken and dredge it first in the flour mixture, then dip it into the beaten eggs, and finally coat it thoroughly with the panko breading, ensuring an even, crispy crust when cooked.
  4. Air fry the chicken: Arrange the coated chicken pieces in a single even layer inside the air fryer basket. Work in batches if your air fryer is small. Air fry for 8 minutes, flipping the chicken halfway through the cooking time to achieve an even golden crust. Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption.
  5. Toss with buffalo sauce: Transfer the cooked chicken pieces to a large bowl and pour the buffalo sauce over them. Gently toss the chicken so each piece is well coated with the spicy sauce.
  6. Optional extra crispiness: If you prefer your chicken extra crispy, return the coated chicken to the air fryer for an additional 3-4 minutes.
  7. Serve and enjoy: Serve your Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken hot alongside ranch or blue cheese dressing as dippers for a classic and satisfying snack or meal.

Notes

  • Cut chicken breasts into uniform pieces to ensure even cooking.
  • If you prefer milder flavors, use less buffalo sauce or mix it with a bit of melted butter.
  • For gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour and panko with gluten-free alternatives.
  • Work in batches to avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket, which ensures crispy chicken.
  • Use a meat thermometer to accurately check the internal temperature of chicken for food safety.

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