Spicy Fried Chicken Bites with Derby Dip Recipe

Name: Spicy Fried Chicken Bites with Derby Dip
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 strips bacon; 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken; 2 cups buttermilk; 2 tablespoons hot sauce; 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper; 2 teaspoons paprika; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 tablespoon salt; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 2 cups canola oil; 3/4 cup sour cream; 1 tablespoon mayonnaise; 1/4 cup blue cheese, room temperature, cut into small pieces

Servings: persons

4 strips bacon
1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken
2 cups buttermilk
2 tablespoons hot sauce
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 cups canola oil
3/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1/4 cup blue cheese, room temperature, cut into small pieces

1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
2
Put the bacon onto a baking sheet and bake until crisp about 12 minutes.
3
Transfer the bacon to a plate lined with paper towels.
4
Reserve 2 tablespoons of the bacon fat.
5
Once the bacon is cool enough to handle, chop into small pieces.
6
Cut the chicken into bite-size pieces.
7
In a large bowl combine the buttermilk, hot sauce, and chicken.
8
Cover and let marinate in refrigerator for at least 2 hours or up to overnight.
9
In a glass baking dish, whisk together the flour, cayenne pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and salt and pepper.
10
Remove the chicken from the buttermilk and add to the seasoned flour.
11
Make sure all the chicken pieces are thoroughly coated.
12
Remove the chicken from the flour mixture and put back into the buttermilk.
13
Remove chicken from buttermilk and put back into the seasoned flour mixture for a second coating.
14
Transfer the double coated chicken to a baking sheet and reserve.
15
Heat the canola oil in a large cast iron skillet to 350 degrees F. Add the reserved 2 tablespoons bacon fat.
16
Working in batches, fry the chicken until golden brown, about 3 to 4 minutes per side.
17
Transfer the cooked chicken to a sheet pan lined with paper towels.
18
In a medium bowl stir together the sour cream, mayonnaise and blue cheese.
19
Stir in the crumbled bacon.
20
Serve the chicken with the Derby Dip on the side.

2741

kcal

Calories

246

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 strips bacon, 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken, 2 cups buttermilk, 2 tablespoons hot sauce, and more.

Yes, Spicy Fried Chicken Bites with Derby Dip falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spicy Fried Chicken Bites with Derby Dip

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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