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Buffalo Chicken Thighs

Buffalo Chicken Thighs: Crispy, Spicy, and Healthy Delight

Buffalo Chicken Thighs are a crispy, spicy, and healthy delight that are gluten-free and perfect for high-protein diets.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1-1.5 lbs Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Trim visible fat
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
For the Sauce
  • ⅓ cup Hot Sauce (e.g., Frank's) Adjust based on spice tolerance
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • ½ tsp Black Pepper Freshly ground is ideal
  • to taste Extra Salt Skip if hot sauce is salty

Equipment

  • Oven
  • air fryer
  • Mixing Bowl
  • baking tray

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together hot sauce, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper until blended. Trim fat from chicken thighs and poke holes in the meat. Marinate in the fridge for at least 1 hour.
  2. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Arrange marinated chicken on a baking tray lined with parchment paper in a single layer.
  3. Bake for about 25 minutes or until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C). Switch to broiler for 1-3 minutes for a crispy finish.
  4. For air fryer, preheat to 380°F (193°C) and arrange chicken in a single layer. Air fry for 10 minutes, flip, and cook an additional 8-10 minutes.
  5. Remove from oven or air fryer, toss in remaining hot sauce, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 23gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 350mgVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinating overnight enhances flavor. Always check chicken temperature for safety and juiciness.

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