25+ Buffalo Chicken Recipe Ideas

Buffalo Chicken Recipe Ideas – you’re going to love this collection of outrageously delicious recipes, and every one of them includes buffalo chicken!

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When it comes to buffalo chicken recipes, it seems like the sky is the limit! Of course chicken is super versatile to begin with, but when you pair it with hot sauce and cheese, you’ve got a dynamite combination.

Crispy buffalo wings may be considered bar food, but they have evolved into an American classic with numerous variations. I hope you’ll love this collection of incredible buffalo recipes!

Best Buffalo Chicken Recipes

These recipes are our favorite tried-and-true recipes using buffalo chicken. Most of them will contain the classic ingredients you expect in buffalo chicken dip, such as cream cheese, shredded cheese, shredded or sliced chicken breast, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

It’s remarkable how creative we can be with the same set of ingredients, using them to make not only awesome appetizers but also easy dinners like pasta, sandwiches, and soup.

Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken

When it comes to easy recipes, this slow cooker buffalo chicken is one of my favorites. It’s so simple and SO good! I like to make a double batch and then I can use it all week long for sandwiches, tacos, pizza, salads, and more! Trust me, if you love Buffalo chicken, you have to save this recipe. You will get so much use out it! Get the Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken recipe.

Buffalo Chicken Wraps

Leftover Buffalo chicken gets a makeover with these easy-to-make wraps. Ready in just 15 minutes, these are perfect for a quick lunch or dinner when you want something flavorful and fast! Get the Buffalo Chicken Wraps recipe. Find a kid-friendly veggie side dish to serve with it.

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Best Buffalo Chicken Dip

This might just be the most delicious buffalo chicken dip you’ve ever tasted! Our buffalo dip is creamy and a little bit tangy from the bleu cheese dressing. Hands down, this is my husband’s favorite appetizer!

Serve this easy buffalo chicken dip alongside celery and carrot sticks with crackers or even tortilla chips for a fabulous appetizer or party snack. Get the Best Buffalo Chicken Dip recipe.

Buffalo Chicken Puff Pastry

Creamy buffalo chicken tucked inside flaky puff pastry is one of my favorite easy recipes. It’s so versatile that you can serve it during football season as an appetizer or with a side salad for a great meal that’s quick.

Serve with a side of ranch dressing or creamy blue cheese dressing for dipping. Get the Buffalo Chicken Puff Pastry recipe.

RELATED: If you like these, then you’ll also want to try our Pastry Chicken Pockets using rotisserie chicken (or leftover chicken).

Close up of Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese in a bowl with a fork.

Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese

I absolutely love to use my crock pot to make buffalo chicken mac! You can place the raw chicken right into your slow cooker with the chicken broth, buffalo wing sauce, and other ingredients. It’s a super-easy dinner with all the classic flavors of buffalo wings. Get the Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese recipe. Serve with a fresh apple feta salad to offset the richness of the mac and cheese.

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Buffalo Chicken Salad

You will love this healthy dinner recipe! With fresh lettuce, peppers, carrots, and red onions, this hearty salad has lots of shredded chicken, making it one of the best buffalo chicken recipes on this list – in my opinion! Get the Buffalo Chicken Salad recipe.

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Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Soup

This is a great recipe for those on a keto or low-carb diet. The spicy flavor of the broth with the tender boneless skinless chicken breast makes this creamy soup recipe a family favorite. I like to top my buffalo soup with a little bit of shredded mozzarella cheese. Get the Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Soup recipe. Serve with garlic knots or Dutch oven cheese bread on the side.

Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad

This side dish is perfect for cookouts! With tangy sour cream, al dente pasta, and buffalo chicken, this is a great addition to your next backyard BBQ alongside grilled chicken kabobs or sirloin steak tips. Get the Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad recipe.

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Easy Buffalo Chicken Crescent Ring

Whether you use boneless chicken breasts or canned chicken, the only thing better than a piece of this buffalo chicken appetizer is a second piece! I like to serve this with carrot and celery sticks. Get the Easy Buffalo Chicken Crescent Ring recipe.

Buffalo Chicken Tater Tot Casserole

I adore this cheesy Buffalo Chicken Tater Tot Casserole!

You can serve it with a dollop of sour cream, blue cheese crumbles, or ranch dressing for a hearty meal that’s as comforting as it is flavorful.

Best Buffalo Chicken Appetizers

Whether you’re watching the World Series, March Madness, or the Super Bowl, these buffalo chicken recipes are sure to be a huge hit!

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Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Egg Rolls from The Dizzy Cook

Talk about party food! You can use store-bought or homemade buffalo sauce to make crispy egg rolls stuffed with a cheesy buffalo chicken mixture. These bold flavors are, of course, perfect with blue cheese or ranch dressing. These would also make a great chili side dish!

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Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Wings from FoodnService:

These Instant Pot buffalo wings are a great crowd pleaser any time you crave! Wings have never been easier to make.

Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers from The Salty Pot

The combination of chicken, mayo and buffalo sauce all tucked into the fresh and crisp mini pepper make these the best appetizer for game day or really ANY occasion!

Buffalo Chicken Bites from Urban Bliss Life

If you need a quick, easy appetizer that’s big on flavor, try these Buffalo Chicken Bites! Bite-sized phyllo cups are filled with buffalo chicken and topped with green onions. They are perfect for game day, BBQs, or add a salad and make it a meal!

Awesome Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches

Here are some fabulous buffalo chicken recipe ideas for sandwiches that are sure to be popular with your crew!

Grilled Buffalo Chicken Wraps from Sue Bee Homemaker

Stuffed with grilled chicken tossed in hot wings sauce, lettuce, avocado and blue cheese crumbles, these wraps are perfect for busy weeknights. Since you’ve got the grill going, toss on some veggies and make these yummy Mediterranean grilled vegetables.

Buffalo Chicken Grilled Cheese from Homemade in the Kitchen

With blue cheese and smoked cheddar cheese, onions, green peppers, and – of course – lots of buffalo chicken, this isn’t your mom’s grilled cheese sandwich! (And if you love grilled cheese, try our avocado grilled cheese, too).

A casserole dish filled with a baked mixture of chicken, potatoes, bacon, and green onions, drizzled with ranch and hot sauce—a must-try for Buffalo Chicken Recipe Ideas. A serving is plated nearby with extra hot sauce and a bowl of chopped green onions in the background. — *Photo Credit: I am Homesteader*

Buffalo Chicken Roasted Potato Bake from I am Homesteader

Crispy potatoes, Monterey Jack cheese, and tangy Buffalo chicken, and you only need 15 minutes to prep? That’s my kind of meal! And if you use leftover shredded Buffalo chicken, you can have this ready in no time. Serve with sour cream for topping and dinner is ready. Find the perfect chicken casserole side dish to round out your meal.

Buffalo Chicken Sandwich from Chili Pepper Madness

Sliced jalapenos add another layer of heat to these yummy buffalo chicken sandwiches. It’s all the best buffalo wing flavor you love in an easy-to-eat sandwich. Serve these with a side of cheesy ranch tater tots for a craveable meal the kids will devour!

Easy Buffalo Chicken Casseroles

If you’re looking for some new Buffalo chicken recipe ideas to spice up your mealtime routine, you’re going to love these tasty dishes!

Buffalo Chicken Tater Tot Casserole from Bowl Me Over:

Cheesy sauce and crispy tater tots make this an awesome – and easy – weeknight meal. (Try it with our semi-homemade Italian breadsticks on the side – they’re great for scooping up any leftover cheese sauce!)

Buffalo Chicken Lasagna from Fantabulosity

This buffalo chicken lasagna is full of the buffalo flavor comfort food favorites! You’ll love the creamy sauce made from cream cheese, ranch dressing, and hot sauce. It’s fantastic for a weeknight dinner and also great for potlucks and parties. For some freshness, serve with a winter citrus salad on the side.

Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Shells from Flavor Mosaic

Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Shells combine spicy buffalo chicken, creamy melted mozzarella, and salty blue cheese into a stuffing for pasta shells. Stuffed Shells never tasted so good. Serve with a fresh green salad or our roasted beet salad – or double down on the carbs and go for cheddar bacon muffins.

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Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake from Bru Crew Life

With a few simple ingredients and 10 minutes to prep, you can get this buffalo chicken bake recipe in the oven quickly. Use leftover chicken breast to make this delicious recipe even easier! Serve with a light green salad and our garlic cheese bombs.

Buffalo Chicken Enchiladas from A Gouda Life

Everyone will love these enchiladas! The combination of soft flour tortillas stuffed with spicy buffalo chicken and lots of cheese with spicy buffalo enchilada sauce makes for one tasty dish! Check out our taco bar side dishes to find the perfect recipe to round out your meal.

Buffalo Chicken Pasta from Boulder Locavore

A combination of shredded chicken, Frank’s Red Hot Sauce, and cheeses makes this pasta over-the-top delicious. You’ll love the crispy breadcrumbs on top, drizzled with your favorite blue cheese or ranch dressing! Spinach cranberry salad pairs great with this meal.

More Recipes with Buffalo Chicken

Haven’t found enough buffalo chicken recipes yet? Here are a few more I think you’ll love!

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Buffalo Chicken Pizza from An Affair from the Heart

Tender chicken, spicy buffalo sauce, and lots of cheese make this buffalo chicken pizza so good that your whole family will devour it! (This is a great way to use up leftover chicken.) For the full takeout experience, whip up a batch of breaded onion rings.

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Buffalo Chicken Meatballs from Boulder Locavore

Lean chicken meatballs with lots of spicy buffalo flavor make great sliders or sandwiches. This is an easy recipe you can make in your crock pot. Talk about easy buffalo chicken sliders! For a little sweetness, try making these with sweet potato rolls.

Buffalo Chicken Zucchini Boats from Recipe Runner

This healthy buffalo chicken dish is one that the entire family will love. Fresh zucchini stuffed with shredded cooked chicken, Greek yogurt, cream cheese, buffalo sauce, and shredded cheese is an easy way to get your family to the dinner table. Try it with cheddar and jalapeno biscuits.