Are you ready to transform an ordinary chicken dinner into a mouth-watering explosion of flavor that'll have your taste buds dancing? This Buffalo Cheese Chicken Breast recipe is not just another bland protein dish – it's a culinary adventure that combines the fiery kick of buffalo sauce with the creamy, tangy richness of blue cheese. Perfect for game day, weeknight dinners, or when you're craving something that's both indulgent and surprisingly simple to prepare!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- Chicken breasts
- Buffalo sauce
- Blue cheese, crumbled
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry using paper towels. This helps ensure a crispy exterior and better sauce adherence.
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Drizzle olive oil over the chicken breasts, using a brush or your hands to evenly coat the surface.
- Place the seasoned chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching each other for even cooking.
- Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for approximately 15-18 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when checked with a meat thermometer.
- Remove the chicken from the oven and immediately brush generously with buffalo sauce, coating each breast completely.
- Sprinkle crumbled blue cheese over the sauced chicken breasts, allowing the residual heat to slightly melt the cheese.
- Let the chicken rest for 3-5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute and flavors to meld.
- Optional: Garnish with additional fresh blue cheese crumbles or chopped parsley for extra flavor and presentation.
Tips
- Temperature is Key: Always use a meat thermometer to ensure your chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) for food safety and juicy results.
- Pat Chicken Dry: This crucial step helps create a crispy exterior and allows seasonings and sauce to adhere better.
- Don't Overcrowd: Ensure chicken breasts are not touching on the baking sheet to promote even cooking and crispy edges.
- Sauce Strategy: Apply buffalo sauce immediately after cooking to prevent burning and maximize flavor intensity.
- Cheese Melting Hack: Let the residual heat from the chicken slightly melt the blue cheese for a luxurious, creamy finish.
- Resting Period: Always let the chicken rest 3-5 minutes after cooking to redistribute juices and ensure maximum tenderness.Pro Tip: For extra heat lovers, keep additional buffalo sauce on the side for dipping or drizzling!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 335kcal
Carbohydrates: 7g
Protein: 37g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 105mg
