Buffalo Chicken Marinade (Quick & Easy!)

Take basic chicken to the next level with this easy buffalo chicken marinade that can be grilled or oven-baked.

Course dinner, Dressings & Sauces, Marinade

Cuisine American

Diet Gluten Free, Low Lactose

Keyword buffalo chicken, buffalo chicken marinade, buffalo sauce

Prep Time 30

Cook Time 20

Total Time 50

Servings servings

Calories 258

Whisk the olive oil, red hot sauce, honey, lime juice, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt together in a medium bowl until well combined.
Set aside ¼ cup (half) of the marinade.
Add the remaining ¼ cup of marinade to a large baking dish or 1-gallon zip-top bag. Toss the chicken in the marinade to coat, then press as much air out of the bag (if using) as possible, or cover (if using a baking dish). Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours, flipping halfway through.
When ready to grill, heat a gas grill to high. Allow to preheat, then remove the chicken from the marinade, shake off any excess, and discard any remaining marinade from the bag or dish.
Grill, with the cover down, for 7-9 minutes, then flip, and grill uncovered until the internal temperature reaches 165F, about 2-7 additional minutes.
Remove to a cutting board and allow to rest for 5 minutes. Drizzle with the remaining ¼ cup of marinade. Slice against the grain into ½ inch slices and serve.

Preheat the oven to 425F. Remove the chicken from the marinade. Discard any remaining marinade. Add the chicken to a foil or parchment lined baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165F.