Description
Spicy “Loaded Buffalo Chicken Fries” bring explosive flavor to classic comfort food with crispy potato wedges smothered in zesty buffalo sauce. Melted cheese, tender chicken, and cool ranch dressing create a mouthwatering experience you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 250 grams (8.8 ounces) potato, washed and sliced into thin strips
- 100 grams (3.5 ounces) uncooked chicken breast
- 1/2 pepper, chopped
Spices and Seasonings:
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 2 teaspoons garlic granules
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon olive oil or low-calorie spray
Sauces and Cheeses:
- 2 tablespoons Franks Red Hot Buffalo Sauce
- 1 tablespoon light ranch
- 15 grams (0.5 ounces) light cream cheese
- 15 grams (0.5 ounces) low-fat cheddar cheese
- 15 grams (0.5 ounces) light mozzarella or cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 tablespoon light ranch (mixed with 1 tablespoon water)
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Initiate the crispy foundation by heating the air fryer to a scorching 200°C, ensuring a perfectly golden potato base. Massage sliced potatoes with olive oil and a symphony of spices including paprika, garlic granules, salt, and pepper for maximum flavor infusion.
- Transform the chicken by seasoning it with a robust blend of paprika, garlic granules, salt, and pepper. Gently flatten the breast between baking paper sheets using a rolling pin to ensure even cooking. Sear the chicken in a lightly oiled pan, allowing each side to develop a beautiful golden crust, cooking for 5-8 minutes until perfectly done.
- Craft the vibrant buffalo sauce by whisking together Frank’s Buffalo Sauce, ranch dressing, cream cheese, and cheddar into a creamy, tangy mixture. Fold in the meticulously shredded chicken and diced peppers, warming the combination in the same pan to meld the flavors intensely.
- Construct the dish by layering the crisp air-fried potatoes in an oven-safe dish, then generously crown with the spicy buffalo chicken mixture. Blanket the creation with a generous sprinkle of mozzarella or cheddar, then unleash under the grill for a quick 5-minute transformation.
- Elevate the final presentation by drizzling with a delicate ranch-water mixture and scattering fresh parsley across the top. Serve this culinary masterpiece immediately to capture the peak of flavor and texture.
Notes
- Customize potato thickness for crispier or softer fries depending on personal preference.
- Choose lean chicken breast to reduce overall calorie content and maintain healthier protein profile.
- Option to swap buffalo sauce with milder hot sauce for those with lower spice tolerance.
- Prepare ingredients in advance to streamline cooking process and reduce total preparation time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg