Updated on October 4th, 2025
There’s nothing quite like combining the flavors of spicy Buffalo wings with the comfort of tacos, and that’s exactly what these Buffalo chicken tacos recipe bring to the table. Crispy breaded chicken is tossed in a buttery hot sauce, then tucked into warm tortillas with fresh toppings. The crunch of lettuce and tomato balances the heat, while cheddar and blue cheese dressing add a creamy finish. It takes a little effort to fry the chicken, but the result is a fun, flavorful meal that’s great for game day or casual dinners.
Why this recipe works
- Bold flavor: The mix of tangy hot sauce and melted butter creates that classic Buffalo taste that makes the chicken exciting in every bite.
- Crispy texture: Double-coated chicken is fried until golden and crunchy, giving the tacos a hearty base that holds up under toppings.
- Fresh toppings: Lettuce, tomato, and cheddar cheese add balance, freshness, and crunch to the heat of the Buffalo chicken.
- Crowd pleaser: The combination of spicy chicken, creamy blue cheese dressing, and soft tortillas makes these tacos a favorite for parties or family meals.
- Custom heat: You can easily adjust the level of spice by choosing a milder or hotter sauce to fit everyone’s preference.
Serving suggestions
- Game day food: Serve these Buffalo chicken tacos with chips, salsa, and cold drinks to make the perfect spread for watching sports.
- Casual dinner: Pair with a side of Mexican rice or corn on the cob for a complete and filling meal at home.
- Party platter: Arrange small tacos on a tray with extra blue cheese dressing for dipping, giving guests an easy-to-grab option.
- Lunch option: Pack leftovers into tortillas for a quick lunch that brings the taste of Buffalo wings into a handheld meal.
- Family style: Set up a taco bar with all the toppings so everyone can build their own Buffalo chicken taco just the way they like it.
Buffalo chicken tacos recipe
Buffalo chicken tacos recipe made with crispy chicken, tangy hot sauce, and cool toppings for a flavorful meal that’s quick and easy to prepare.
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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- 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts (sliced into 1-inch chunks”
- oil (for deep frying)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1/4 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 egg
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup hot sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 package small flour tortillas
- romaine lettuce (sliced)
- roma tomatoes (chopped)
- shredded cheddar cheese
- blue cheese dressing
Instructions
- Heat oil in a deep fryer to 375 degrees. In a large bowl combine flour, black pepper, salt, and garlic powder. In a medium bowl beat together the eggs and milk. First, roll the chicken pieces in the flour mixture, then dip into the egg mixture and roll the chicken bits once more in the flour mixture until well coated.
- Deep fry breaded chicken bits in batches at 375 degrees for about 5 minutes per batch or until chicken is fully cooked. Drain on paper towels.
- While chicken is frying, in a small saucepan over low heat add hot sauce and butter. Cook until the butter has melted and is combined with the hot sauce. In a large bowl toss the chicken bits with hot sauce until fully coated.
- To make tacos- place a few buffalo chicken pieces onto the bottom of a flour tortilla. Top with lettuce, tomato, cheddar cheese, and blue cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 472
- Sugar: 8.6 g
- Sodium: 2160.6 mg
- Fat: 23.7 g
- Carbohydrates: 42.9 g
- Protein: 21.7 g
- Cholesterol: 111.6 mg