Crispy Buffalo Chicken Bites with Blue Cheese Dip
Indulge in these irresistible Crispy Buffalo Chicken Bites, perfect for game days, parties, or a delightful weekend treat. Coated in a spicy batter and fried to perfection, these bite-sized pieces of chicken deliver an explosion of flavor with every crunch. Accompanied by a smooth and creamy blue cheese dressing enhanced with fresh scallions and cracked black pepper, they make for an incredible appetizer that everyone will love. Whether served at a gathering or enjoyed as a snack, these bites are sure to become a favorite.
4
Servings
550
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Vegetable oil
for frying (Heat in a deep skillet.)
Complete pancake mix
2 1/2 cups (Divided for batter and coating.)
Water
1 1/4 cups (For batter.)
Hot sauce
8 teaspoons (Divided for batter and chicken coating.)
Chicken tenders or breast
1 1/4 lbs (Cut into bite-sized pieces.)
Blue cheese dressing
1 cup (Store-bought, good quality.)
Scallions
2 (Finely chopped.)
Coarse black pepper
1 teaspoon (To taste.)
Celery rib
1 (Cut into sticks for garnish.)
Instructions
1
Heat vegetable oil in a deep-sided skillet to about 1 1/2 inches deep over medium heat, or until it reaches 350°F. Test the oil's readiness by dropping in a 1-inch cube of bread; if it turns deep golden brown within 40 seconds, the oil is ready.
2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of pancake mix, 1 1/4 cups of water, and 6 teaspoons of hot sauce until well combined. In a separate bowl, place the remaining 1/2 cup of pancake mix for coating the chicken.
3
Coat the chicken pieces in the remaining 2 teaspoons of hot sauce to add flavor. Then, toss them into the bowl with the plain pancake mix, ensuring each piece is evenly coated. Shake off any excess.
4
Dip each coated chicken piece into the batter you prepared, working in 3 to 4 batches. Use a fork to toss and coat each piece thoroughly, then carefully add a batch to the hot oil.
5
Fry the chicken bites for about 2 minutes on one side, or until deep golden brown, then flip them and continue to fry for another 2 minutes or until evenly cooked and golden all over.
6
Remove the cooked chicken bites from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Season lightly with salt.
7
Repeat the frying process with the remaining chicken until all the bites are golden and crispy.
8
To serve, mix the blue cheese dressing with chopped scallions and cracked black pepper to taste. Arrange the chicken bites on a platter, garnish with celery sticks, and serve immediately with the blue cheese dip.
Nutrition Information
30g
Fat
45g
Carbs
35g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Crispy Buffalo Chicken Bites?
They are bite-sized pieces of chicken coated in a spicy pancake batter, fried until golden, and served with a blue cheese dipping sauce.
What type of chicken is best for this recipe?
The recipe recommends using 1 1/4 lbs of chicken tenders or chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces.
What is the secret to the crispy coating?
The secret is using complete pancake mix for both the dry coating and the wet batter.
How much pancake mix is required in total?
You will need a total of 2 1/2 cups of complete pancake mix, divided for the batter and the coating.
How do I make the buffalo batter?
Whisk together 2 cups of pancake mix, 1 1/4 cups of water, and 6 teaspoons of hot sauce until well combined.
How do I prepare the chicken before battering?
Toss the chicken pieces in 2 teaspoons of hot sauce and then coat them in 1/2 cup of dry pancake mix, shaking off the excess.
What temperature should the frying oil reach?
The vegetable oil should be heated to approximately 350 degrees Fahrenheit in a deep-sided skillet.
How can I test the oil temperature without a thermometer?
Drop a 1-inch cube of bread into the oil; if it turns deep golden brown within 40 seconds, the oil is ready for frying.
How deep should the oil be for frying?
The oil should be about 1 1/2 inches deep in the skillet.
How long do I fry the chicken bites?
Fry the bites for about 2 minutes on one side, then flip and fry for another 2 minutes until evenly golden brown.
Should I fry all the chicken at once?
No, it is best to fry the chicken in 3 to 4 batches to ensure the pieces don't stick and the oil temperature remains stable.
How do I remove excess oil after frying?
Place the cooked chicken bites on a plate lined with paper towels immediately after removing them from the skillet.
What ingredients are in the blue cheese dip?
The dip consists of 1 cup of blue cheese dressing mixed with 2 chopped scallions and coarse black pepper to taste.
How do I prepare the scallions for the dip?
The 2 scallions should be finely chopped before being stirred into the blue cheese dressing.
What is the traditional garnish for this dish?
Arrange the chicken bites on a platter and garnish them with fresh celery sticks.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe is designed to provide 4 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 550 calories.
How much protein is in each serving?
There are 35 grams of protein per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 30 grams of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in these chicken bites?
There are 45 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
When should I season the chicken with salt?
Season the chicken bites lightly with salt as soon as they are removed from the oil and placed on paper towels.
How much hot sauce is needed in total?
The recipe uses a total of 8 teaspoons of hot sauce, divided between the chicken coating and the batter.
What tools are best for coating the chicken in batter?
Using a fork is recommended to toss and coat each piece thoroughly before adding it to the hot oil.
Can I use store-bought blue cheese dressing?
Yes, the recipe suggests using a good quality store-bought blue cheese dressing as the base for the dip.
How much water is needed for the pancake mix batter?
You will need 1 1/4 cups of water to create the batter.
What kind of oil is recommended for frying?
Vegetable oil is recommended for frying these chicken bites.
How much coarse black pepper is used?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of coarse black pepper, or more to taste.
Is this recipe suitable for a party?
Yes, these bites are described as perfect for game days, parties, or weekend treats.
How should the celery be prepared?
One celery rib should be cut into sticks to be used as a garnish and for dipping.
When should the chicken be served?
The chicken bites should be served immediately after the final batch is fried to ensure they stay crispy.