This Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken is a quick and easy way to cook and flavor your chicken. Make it for a crowd or meal prep with this recipe!
If you love Buffalo chicken, you already know how versatile this protein can be. Add it to a bun for a tasty sandwich. Turn it into a creamy dip for a delicious party snack. You can even add a simple side of rice to make a yummy Buffalo chicken bowl—or eat it completely on its own for a simple meal prep that keeps well and is easy to heat up when you’re ready to eat!
The only thing that makes Buffalo chicken even better is an easy recipe that makes preparing this dish a breeze. This recipe delivers. With just four ingredients and five minutes of prep time, it doesn’t get much easier than this.
Is Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Healthy?
It’s no secret that one of the main ingredients of Buffalo sauce is butter. But if you’re looking to lower the calorie count on this dish, you can go a little easier on the sauce or pair your finished dish with a side of veggies or some cauliflower rice. If you want to make this dish paleo or Whole30-friendly, swap the regular Buffalo sauce for one that doesn’t have sugar or other additives.
Is This Buffalo Chicken Recipe Spicy?
You can make this Buffalo chicken recipe as spicy or mild as you’d like. The secret is the sauce—the spice level of the Buffalo sauce you use will dictate how spicy the end product is. If you like a little heat, opt for a spicy Buffalo sauce, or make your own and go heavy on the right spices. Or, choose a sauce that’s more mild instead. The choice is yours.
How to Store Buffalo Chicken
This recipe is easy to cook, easy to use, and SO easy to freeze! If you’ve got leftovers of this tasty chicken, or you simply made a double batch to enjoy later, you’ve got the right idea! Simply place the cooked Buffalo chicken in a freezer-style bag or a freezer-safe, airtight container. Label the chicken with the date and store it in the freezer for up to 3 months. You can also store it in the fridge in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days.
Serving Suggestions
There are SO many ways to get creative with Buffalo chicken. This recipe is delicious on its own, on a bed of rice, or on a bun. But you can also add a few ingredients to turn your chicken into appetizers, dips, and more.
Of course, Buffalo Chicken Dip is a classic. Buffalo Chicken Salad is a unique way to whip your chicken into a tasty lunch or snack. And Buffalo Chicken Chili is great for fall or winter and is another recipe that’s easy to make ahead and refrigerate or freeze for simple meals in the future.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1 cup Buffalo sauce (Whole30 version if desired)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Pinch of pepper
Instructions
- Place the chicken into your Instant Pot and add the Buffalo sauce, salt and pepper.
- Cover, set to 'Sealing', and cook on manual high pressure for 10 mins.
- Do an instant steam release (you can check that the chicken is cooked to 165 degrees F) and then remove the chicken.
- Shred the meat and stir it back into the sauce before serving.
Nutrition Info:
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