Cajun Buffalo Chicken Bites

4.80 from 5 votes

Cajun Buffalo Chicken Bites smothered in a sweet and spicy sauce are the ultimate party food. They're finger-licking, lip-smacking delicious and sure to be crowd favorite!

Prep Time15

Cook Time20

Total Time35

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Servings: Servings

Calories: 452kcal

Author: Lalaine Manalo

Ingredients

1 cup flour
2 teaspoons salt
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 egg
1/4 cup milk
1 pound boneless, , skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 1/2--inch chunks
canola oil
1/2 cup hot pepper sauce
1/3 cup butter
1/3 cup barbecue sauce
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning

Instructions

In a bowl, combine flour, salt, cayenne pepper, paprika and garlic powder.
In a bowl, combine egg and milk and whisk until blended.
Dip each chicken piece in the egg-milk mixture and then dredge in flour mixture. Dip again in egg mixture and dredge again in flour mixture to double-coat.
Arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet and refrigerate for about 10 minutes to chill.
In a deep pot, heat about 3-inches deep of oil to 350 F. Add chicken in batches and deep fry, turning as needed, until cooked through and breading is crisp and golden. Remove from heat and drain on a wire rack.
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine butter and hot pepper sauce. Cook, stirring regularly, until butter is melted.
Add barbecue sauce and Cajun seasoning and stir until combined. Continue to cook for about 2 to 3 minutes or until heated through.
Add fried chicken pieces and toss to fully coat with sauce. Serve hot with ranch dressing.

Notes

Recipe adapted from Frank's Red Hot Sauce

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