If you enjoy hot sauce, this recipe is for you. It delivers big Buffalo flavor without overwhelming the chicken with heat. These Crispy Buttery Buffalo Baked Chicken Thighs make a fantastic low-carb dinner.
How to Make Crispy Buttery Buffalo Baked Chicken Thighs
What You’ll Need
- Chicken thighs (skin on)
- Buffalo-style hot sauce
- Canola oil
- Salted butter
- Salt and pepper
Getting Started
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Use a large, oven-safe skillet (cast iron works well). Add the canola oil and heat it over medium-high heat. Pat the thighs dry, trim excess fat if desired, then season with salt and pepper.
When the oil is hot, add the thighs skin side down and sear until the skin is deep golden-brown and crisp. Flip the thighs and cook the flesh side about 5 minutes to develop color.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 25–30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
While the chicken cooks, combine the melted butter and hot sauce in a bowl. When the thighs reach 165°F, remove the skillet briefly and pour the buttery hot sauce evenly over the chicken.
Return the skillet to the oven and continue cooking, basting with the sauce as needed, until the thighs reach about 185°F (85°C) for tender, well-rendered meat. Remove from the oven and let rest briefly before serving with any pan sauce spooned on top.
Mike’s Tips & Tricks for the Best Buffalo Baked Chicken Thighs
- Chicken thighs are ideal for oven cooking. They tolerate higher internal temperatures and remain juicy; aiming for around 185°F gives great texture.
- Thighs resist drying out much better than breasts. Even if cooked a bit beyond typical temperatures, they stay flavorful and moist.
- Buy thighs in bulk and portion into freezer bags. Freeze in family-sized batches (for example, sets of 8) to make future meals quick and simple.
I hope you enjoy this straightforward, flavor-packed recipe as much as we do. Happy low-carbing!
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Crispy Buttery Buffalo Baked Chicken Thighs
- Prep Time
- 5 minutes
- Cook Time
- 50 minutes
- Total Time
- 55 minutes
- Course
- Main Course
- Cuisine
- American
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 609
Ingredients
Baked Chicken Thighs
- 8 chicken thighs, skin on
- 2 tbsp canola oil
- salt and pepper
Buttery Hot Sauce
- 1/4 cup hot sauce
- 1/2 cup salted butter, melted
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 400°F.
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In a large, oven-safe skillet, heat the canola oil. Prep the chicken by trimming any excess and seasoning with salt and pepper.
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Place the chicken thighs skin side down and sear until the skin is brown and crispy. Flip and fry the other side for about 5 minutes.
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Transfer the skillet to the oven and cook for 25–30 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
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Mix the hot sauce and melted butter. Pour the mixture over the thighs, return to the oven for about 10 minutes, then baste and continue cooking until the thighs reach 185°F.
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Remove from the oven, let rest briefly, and serve with the sauce spooned over the chicken.
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Nutrition Information
All nutrition information is an estimate. Actual values vary by ingredients, brands, portion sizes, and preparation.
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