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Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs with Buffalo Sauce

Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs with Buffalo Sauce

By Traeger Kitchen

Sweet & tangy brown sugar buffalo sauce will have you begging for more of these crispy chicken thighs.

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2 Hrs

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20 Min

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Mesquite
Yields: 2 Servings

Ingredients

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1 Cupbuttermilk
1 Wholeegg, beaten
2 PoundChicken, thighs - bonless skinless
2 Cuppanko breadcrumbs
1 Teaspoongarlic powder
1 Teaspoonsalt
1 Teaspoonfreshly ground black pepper
2 Cupdark brown sugar
1/2 CupFrank's RedHot Sauce
5 Tablespoonwater
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  • Step 1

    In a gallon zip top bag, combine the buttermilk, egg, and chicken thighs. Seal the top and refrigerate for 2 hours.

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    • 1 Cup buttermilk

    • 1 Whole egg, beaten

    • 2 Pound Chicken, thighs - bonless skinless

  • Step 2

    When ready to cook, set the Traeger to 375℉ and preheat, lid closed for 15 minutes.

  • Step 3

    On a large plate, gently combine the Panko breadcrumbs, garlic, salt, and pepper.

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    • 2 Cup panko breadcrumbs

    • 1 Teaspoon garlic powder

    • 1 Teaspoon salt

    • 1 Teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

  • Step 4

    Using tongs, remove the thighs from the buttermilk mixture one at a time and place them into the seasoned breadcrumbs. Make sure to cover all areas of your chicken with the breadcrumbs. Place on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment paper.

  • Step 5

    Bake the breaded chicken for 15-18 minutes, or until the internal temperature reads 165℉. While the chicken is baking, make the brown sugar buffalo sauce.

    375 ˚F / 191 ˚C

    165 ˚F / 74 ˚C

  • Step 6

    In a medium saucepan, combine the brown sugar, buffalo sauce, and water over medium-high heat. Bring to a rolling boil, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes then remove from the heat. Transfer to a pitcher or measuring glass with a pourable spout.

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    • 2 Cup dark brown sugar

    • 1/2 Cup Frank's RedHot Sauce

    • 5 Tablespoon water

  • Step 7

    Finish with the brown sugar buffalo sauce. Enjoy!

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