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We love to grill and this Grilled Buffalo Chicken Recipe is so easy but really packs a ton of buffalo flavor.  Each bite is tender and delicious. If you love buffalo chicken, this grilled chicken is a must try.

Grilled Buffalo Chicken on a plate
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Our family never gets tired of buffalo chicken so everyone was super excited when I made Grilled Buffalo Chicken. We just love that delicious flavor of buffalo wing sauce flavor.

From Crock Pot Buffalo Chicken Sliders, BBQ Chicken Recipe, Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers and  Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe  to  Buffalo Chicken Crescent Ring Recipe and Buffalo Chicken Wonton Cups Recipe, we love it ALL! The flavor is incredible and it is just so easy.

Why This Recipe Works

If you have tried our Buffalo Chicken Wings then you are going to love this buffalo chicken. The chicken cooks quickly on the grill and we have used the chicken to top our buffalo chicken salad, buffalo chicken wrap or make a buffalo chicken sandwich.

This recipe is made with only 3 ingredients which makes it budget friendly and the perfect weeknight meal.

Ingredients

Chicken Breast on a platter with a bowl of ranch dressing mix and buffalo sauce

Scroll to the bottom for the full recipe and ingredients in the recipe card.

Variations Ideas

  • Change Meat – This recipe will also work great with skinless chicken thighs or drumsticks or wings or even pork chops.
  • Seasoning – You can even added seasoning the ranch dry mix if you prefer. Add a teaspoon of cayenne pepper, onion powder, black pepper, kosher salt and garlic powder.

How to Make Grilled Buffalo Chicken

Chicken placed in a zip lock bag and topped with buffalo sauce and ranch dressing mix

Step 1 – Place boneless skinless chicken breasts, ranch dressing packet, and buffalo sauce in a freezer bag.

Marinating chicken in the buffalo sauce in a zip loc bag

Step 2 – Marinade at least one hour.

Buffalo Chicken on the grill

Step 3 – Remove from the bag and place on the grill.

Grilled chicken on the grill

Step 4 – Cook on high heat for 2 minutes per side, flip and then turn to medium heat. Cook until chicken is cooked through. About 20 minutes. Serve immediately.

Recipe Tips

  • Add a Glaze – If you like spicy, you can even brush extra buffalo sauce (not from the marinade) on the chicken right before removing from the grill.
  • Cooking Chicken – Cooking time will vary when grilling you chicken. We recommend cooking chicken that about the same size so they cook evenly. Make sure to insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the chicken to ensure it is fully cooked. The internal temperature should 165 degrees.
Buffalo Chicken sliced on a plate with a side salad

Serving Suggestions

This buffalo chicken goes perfectly with any side dish recipes. These are some of our favorites.

I also like to put out blue cheese dressing and ranch dressing for dipping. The chicken is amazing alone but my kiddos love dipping sauces.

Ways to Use Up Leftover Grilled Chicken

This chicken is so delicious that you will want to have leftovers. We actually grill extra so we can have leftovers! See Leftover Grilled Chicken Recipes.

Buffalo Chicken sliced on a plate with a side salad with a bite on a fork

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Secret to Grilling Chicken?

The secret to grilling the best chicken is took it over high heat for about 2-3 minutes and then move to indirect heat to finish cooking. Watch chicken closely so you do not overcook it.

Is Buffalo Chicken Hot or Spicy?

This buffalo chicken recipe is family friendly. The chicken is not spicy so even my kids enjoy eating it. Adding the glaze at the end of grilling the chicken, can make the chicken a little spicy. If you like it spicy add more glaze.

Can I Make in the Oven?

Yes, this grilled chicken recipe works great in the oven. Place the chicken breast in a baking dish after it has marinaded in the buffalo sauce. Bake in a preheated oven at 400 degrees for about 20 minutes.

How to store Leftover Buffalo Chicken

Store leftover buffalo chicken in an airtight container and place in the fridge. It will stay fresh for up to 4 days.

More Easy Grilled Chicken Recipes

If you make this Grilled Buffalo Chicken Recipe, please leave us a comment. We love to hear from you.

Grilled Buffalo Chicken

5 from 3 votes
We love to grill and this grilled buffalo chicken recipe is so easy but really packs a ton of buffalo flavor.  Each bite is tender and delicious.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 1 day 25 minutes
Total Time 1 day 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings 6
Cuisine American
Course Main Course
Calories 129

Ingredients

  • 6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 packet ranch dressing dry packet
  • 2 cup buffalo sauce
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Instructions

  • Place chicken, ranch dressing packet, and buffalo sauce in a freezer bag.
  • Marinade at least one hour.
  • Remove from the bag and place on the grill.
  • Cook on high heat for 2 minutes, flip and then turn to medium heat.
  • Cook until chicken is cooked through. About 20 minutes.
  • Serve immediately.

Recipe Notes

This recipe will also work great with chicken thighs or drumsticks or wings or even pork chops. You an even brush extra buffalo sauce (not from the marinade) on the chicken right before removing from the grill if you would like a spicier chicken.

Nutrition Facts

Calories 129kcal, Carbohydrates 1g, Protein 24g, Fat 3g, Saturated Fat 1g, Cholesterol 72mg, Sodium 2596mg, Potassium 418mg, Vitamin A 34IU, Vitamin C 1mg, Calcium 6mg, Iron 1mg

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  1. Laura says:

    5 stars
    Seriously my favorite! It’s a weekly menu item!

  2. Joannie says:

    5 stars
    Delicious! I only had Red Hot so I used that instead and WOW! My pickiest eater even had seconds. Thank you for such an amazing, easy recipe!