Description
Crispy, flavorful boneless chicken wings coated in a spicy seasoned flour mixture and fried to golden perfection, then tossed in tangy buffalo sauce. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or game day treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast, diced into 1-inch pieces
- 2 Eggs
Breading
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1/2 tsp Cayenne Pepper
- 1/2 tsp Paprika
- 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
Sauce & Frying
- 1/2 cup Buffalo Sauce
- Vegetable Oil for Frying (approximately 3 inches in depth)
Instructions
- Prepare the egg wash: Whisk the eggs together in a shallow bowl. Place the diced chicken pieces into the eggs and toss them thoroughly to ensure each piece is coated.
- Mix the breading spices: In a large zip-lock bag, combine the all-purpose flour, cayenne pepper, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Seal and shake to blend the seasoning evenly.
- Coat the chicken with flour mixture: Working in batches, place the egg-coated chicken pieces into the zip-lock bag with the seasoned flour. Seal the bag and shake well to coat all the chicken pieces completely, making sure to shake off any excess flour afterward.
- Rest the coated chicken: Transfer the coated chicken pieces to a baking sheet and let them rest briefly to allow the breading to set while you heat the oil.
- Heat the oil: Pour vegetable oil into a large pan or fryer to a depth of about 3 inches and heat it to 375°F (190°C). Use a deep-fry thermometer to maintain the temperature.
- Fry the chicken: Fry the chicken pieces in batches for 5-6 minutes each, until they are golden brown and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Avoid overcrowding the pan to keep the oil temperature consistent.
- Drain the excess oil: Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried chicken pieces and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
- Toss in buffalo sauce: Transfer the drained chicken to a large bowl, pour the buffalo sauce over them, and toss until all pieces are well coated with the spicy sauce.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve the boneless chicken wings hot with your favorite dipping sauces such as ranch or blue cheese dressing.
Notes
- Make sure the oil temperature stays steady at 375°F to ensure crispy chicken without absorbing too much oil.
- For a milder flavor, reduce the amount of cayenne pepper.
- Can be served with celery sticks and blue cheese or ranch dressing for a classic buffalo wings experience.
- Use a thermometer to check the internal temperature of chicken to ensure food safety.
- Leftover wings can be reheated in an oven or air fryer to maintain crispiness.
