Description
This Grilled Buffalo Chicken recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts marinated in a spicy buffalo sauce blend, then perfectly grilled to deliver a tangy, flavorful meal that’s perfect for any occasion. The marinade combines hot sauce, olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder to create a zesty coating that enhances the chicken’s natural flavor while keeping it moist and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
Marinade
- ¾ cup hot sauce
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
Main
- 4 (6-oz) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the hot sauce, olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder. Whisk together until all the ingredients are thoroughly mixed to create the buffalo marinade.
- Marinate the chicken: Place the chicken breast halves into a large plastic resealable bag. Pour the prepared marinade over the chicken, seal the bag tightly, and refrigerate for a minimum of a few hours or up to overnight. This allows the chicken to absorb the bold buffalo flavors and tenderize.
- Preheat the grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 375°F to 400°F, to ensure even cooking and nice grill marks on the chicken breasts.
- Grill the chicken: Remove the chicken breasts from the marinade, discarding any leftover marinade from the bag. Place the chicken on the preheated grill and cook for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the chicken is cooked through and juicy.
- Rest and serve: Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing. This helps retain juices and ensures a tender texture. Serve with your choice of sides for a delicious buffalo-inspired meal.
Notes
- For extra heat, add cayenne pepper or hot paprika to the marinade.
- Chicken can be marinated up to 24 hours but not longer to prevent texture changes.
- If you don’t have a grill, you can cook the chicken on a stovetop grill pan or bake it in the oven at 400°F for 20-25 minutes.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F.
- Serve with celery sticks and blue cheese or ranch dressing for an authentic buffalo chicken experience.
