Baked Buffalo Chicken Breasts Recipe

Juicy, tender baked buffalo chicken breasts – all the flavor of your favorite wings, without the fuss! This easy recipe delivers crispy skin and perfectly spiced chicken in just 40 minutes. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or game day!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 228.7 kcal
Protein 48g
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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Buffalo Chicken Breasts

  • chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup hot sauce
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • not used in recipe
  • not used in recipe
  • pepper, to taste
  • blue cheese dressing, for serving
  • ranch dressing, for serving

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How to Make Baked Buffalo Chicken Breasts

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Lightly spray a large oven-safe skillet with cooking spray.
  3. Season chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper. Add chicken to the skillet and cook for 4 minutes per side, until lightly browned.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup Frank's RedHot Original Cayenne Pepper Sauce (or your favorite hot sauce), 1/4 cup melted butter, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, and 1 teaspoon garlic powder.
  5. Pour the buffalo sauce evenly over the chicken breasts in the skillet.
  6. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. Serve immediately with your favorite dressing, such as ranch or blue cheese dressing.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

18g

Carbs

0g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Baked Buffalo Chicken Breasts?

Baked Buffalo Chicken Breasts takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Baked Buffalo Chicken Breasts?

Baked Buffalo Chicken Breasts has approximately 228.7 calories per serving, with about 48 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates and 20 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Baked Buffalo Chicken Breasts?

The key ingredients for Baked Buffalo Chicken Breasts are Chicken Breast Halves, Hot Sauce, Vinegar, Margarine, Celery Seed, Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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