Better For You Buffalo Chicken Bites Recipe

Craving buffalo wings without the guilt? These Better For You Buffalo Chicken Bites from Hungry Girl are a game-changer! Enjoy all the crispy, spicy buffalo flavor with significantly fewer calories and Weight Watchers points (only 3 points per 4oz serving!). Perfect for a satisfying 6-point lunch on their own, or elevate your salad game with 2 teaspoons of fat-free ranch for a delicious 7-point meal. Get ready for a healthier, lighter, and equally addictive buffalo chicken experience!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 143.5 kcal
Protein 53g
Rating 5.0 (5 Reviews)
Better For You Buffalo Chicken Bites

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Better For You Buffalo Chicken Bites

  • Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • Fiber One Cereal
  • Pringles Fat Free Barbecue Potato Crisps
  • Cayenne Pepper Sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more, to taste)
  • Black Pepper
  • Salt

How to Make Better For You Buffalo Chicken Bites

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine chicken, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon onion powder, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more, to taste), and salt and pepper to taste.
  3. In a separate shallow dish, whisk together 1/2 cup milk and 1 egg.
  4. Dip each chicken bite into the milk mixture, then dredge in the flour mixture, ensuring it's fully coated.
  5. Place chicken bites on a baking sheet generously sprayed with cooking spray (this prevents sticking!).
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
  7. While chicken is baking, whisk together 1/4 cup hot sauce (your favorite brand!), 2 tablespoons melted butter, and 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar in a small bowl.
  8. Once chicken is cooked, toss with the buffalo sauce until evenly coated.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy! Optional: Serve over a bed of salad greens with 2 teaspoons of fat-free ranch dressing.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

30 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

2g

Carbs

2g