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A festive Super Bowl party table filled with game-day snacks, including nachos with cheese and salsa, sliders, a veggie platter with dips, and other finger foods. In the background, a TV screen shows a football game while guests cheer and enjoy the food

Easy Super Bowl Food Ideas: Easy Buffalo Chicken Bites

These Buffalo Chicken Bites are the ultimate game-day appetizer! They are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and coated in a zesty buffalo sauce. Perfect for Super Bowl parties, tailgates, or any gathering where bold flavors are a must. Serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing for the perfect snack.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: About 20 bites 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works great!)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup buffalo sauce (such as Frank’s RedHot)
  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs (for a crispy texture)
  • ¼ cup cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, buffalo sauce, panko breadcrumbs, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  3. Shape the Bites: Use a spoon or your hands to scoop the mixture and roll it into 1-inch balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake: Bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown and crispy on the outside.
  5. Serve: Drizzle extra buffalo sauce over the bites and garnish with chopped green onions. Serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing.

Notes

  • Make-Ahead Tip: Prepare the chicken mixture up to 24 hours in advance and store it in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
  • Serving Idea: Serve with celery sticks, carrot sticks, and additional buffalo sauce for dipping.
  • Air Fryer Option: Cook at 375°F for 10-12 minutes, shaking halfway through.
  • Milder Option: Use a milder hot sauce or mix buffalo sauce with a little honey or melted butter.
  • Author: Natalie
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 bites
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg

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