Skillet Buffalo Chicken with Mozzarella
Skillet Buffalo Chicken with Mozzarella brings crunchy panko-coated tenderloins together with a bold, tangy hot sauce and a gooey layer of melted cheese. Each bite balances crisp texture with spicy heat and creamy richness, making it a great pick for game day spreads or a casual weeknight dinner. It’s a simple, satisfying dish that feels comforting without being heavy.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Skillet Buffalo Chicken with Mozzarella, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 53 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 53 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 5
- Heart Health
- 59
- Metabolic
- 17
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 48
- Performance
- 32
- General Wellness
- 1
Season the chicken with salt and black pepper, then set it aside.
- 2
Whisk the eggs in a shallow bowl until smooth, and place the panko in a separate shallow bowl.
- 3
Dip the chicken in the eggs, then press it into the panko to coat.
- 4
Heat 3 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook 1/3 of the breaded chicken in the hot oil until the crust is golden and the center is no longer pink, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Repeat with the remaining oil and breaded chicken in 2 batches.
- 5
Return the pan-fried chicken to the skillet. Pour the wing sauce over the chicken and sprinkle the cheese on top. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook until the cheese is melted, about 5 minutes.
- Calories 614.48 kcal High 31%
- Protein 53.96 g Good Source 108%
- Carbohydrate 31.85 g 12%
- Total Fat 29.93 g High 38%
- Saturated Fat 8.3 g High 42%
- Trans Fat 0.03 g High --
- Cholesterol 274.4 mg High 91%
- Sodium 1155.5 mg High 50%
- Dietary Fiber 1.34 g Low Source 5%
- Total Sugars 1.21 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 294.38 mg Good Source 23%
- Iron 1.95 mg Moderate 11%
- Potassium 126.75 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin A 120.34 mcg Moderate 13%
- Vitamin C 0.19 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.77 mcg Low Source 4%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Eggs 🥚
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
About This Recipe
Skillet Buffalo Chicken with Mozzarella is made with 8 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 40 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Buffalo Wing Sauce, Canola Oil, and Chicken Tenderloin. Each serving provides about 614.48 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Skillet Buffalo Chicken with Mozzarella made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Buffalo Wing Sauce, Canola Oil, Chicken Tenderloin, Eggs. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Skillet Buffalo Chicken with Mozzarella?
- About 40 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 614.48 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Skillet Buffalo Chicken with Mozzarella easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Skillet Buffalo Chicken with Mozzarella healthy?
- Skillet Buffalo Chicken with Mozzarella has an easyChef Pro health score of 38/100. Per serving, it provides 614.48 calories and 53.96 g of protein, or 108% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of calcium. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1155.5 mg (50% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 8.3 g (42% of the Daily Value). It contains Eggs, Milk, Wheat and Gluten, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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