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    Home » Recipes » Spice Blends

    Spicy Buffalo Seasoning Blend - Spice up Everything!

    Published: Jan 7, 2021 · Modified: Nov 15, 2022 by Laura Reigel · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Ingredients for buffalo seasoning blend
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    If you like Buffalo wings, then you're going to love this homemade Buffalo seasoning blend recipe. This spicy blend will add mega flavor to your favorite Buffalo-inspired chicken recipes.

    buffalo seasoning blend ingredients on a wooden board

    I might be addicted to Frank's Red Hot Buffalo Sauce. I love the spicy, vinegary tang of this world-famous wing sauce. Shredded chicken drowning in hot sauce straight out of the slow cooker is one of my favorite comfort foods. Of course, it's always amazing on some classic chicken wings.

    At least once a week, I bake a batch of chicken breasts just so I have them in the fridge ready to go for a quick and easy weeknight meal. One of my favorite flavor combos when I'm cooking chicken is an easy Buffalo chicken recipe.

    However, I also use this seasoning blend to make Buffalo Chicken Eggrolls and my Buffalo Chicken Dip. Both of these family loved recipes are perfect for Super Bowl snacking. And don't forget about my Gourmet Buffalo Shrimp Jalapeño Poppers.

    This spicy chicken is also featured in my Buffalo Chicken Meal Prep Bowl which is a low carb, keto meal prep bowl with all the flavor you crave in a big ol' plate of hot wings. It's healthy and so delicious.

    What You’ll Love About This Recipe

    • Easy. Having this spice mix on hand makes meal prep super easy. Mix up a bunch of these sweet and spicy mixes and keep them in your cupboard!
    • Quick. When you're wanting all-day flavor but only want to spend like 15 minutes or 30 minutes at the most, this spice combo is magical. Transform boring chicken or veggies with just a quick sprinkle. Genius.

    Recipe Notes

    Making homemade spice blends only requires one thing: fresh, high quality spices. I usually buy spices from Mountain Rose Herbs and Penzey's.

    I make a lot of different spice blends that I keep on hand all the time. It's seriously my secret weapon for ultra-fast meal prep. Seasoning blends are easy chicken recipes' best friend.

    Check out my post on Seasoning Blends and setting up your spice cabinet.

    Ingredients for Buffalo Seasoning Blend

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    • Garlic granules — I use dried garlic granules instead of garlic powder because I find that it keeps better in a blend. The fine powder tends to cake up.
    • Onion granules — Same for the onion granules! Of course, in a pinch, onion power will work.
    • Paprika — Use sweet paprika in this recipe, or experiment with smoked paprika!
    • Cayenne pepper — Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to suit your palate. I like mine spicy, so I always add more.
    • Salt and pepper — I use Kosher salt or Himalayan salt in almost everything I cook.

    Step-by-Step Instructions

    There's only one step here. Measure and mix all of the ingredients.

    Yep, that's it! Store in an airtight container.

    How to use Buffalo seasoning:

    • Use as a dry rub on grilled chicken breasts or baked chicken thighs.
    • Sprinkle on shrimp and pan sear in olive oil on medium high heat, or make these bacon-wrapped shrimp.
    • Add to chicken, cook in an Instant Pot, then shred.
    • Toss chicken wings and drumettes in Buffalo seasoning. Air fry and then add Buffalo wing sauce. Serve with blue cheese dressing and carrots and celery sticks.
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    FAQs and Expert Tips

    What is Buffalo seasoning made of?

    Buffalo seasoning is made of garlic, onion, paprika, and cayenne pepper.

    What does Buffalo seasoning taste like?

    Buffalo seasoning has an unmistakable taste. The combination of garlic, paprika, and cayenne pepper adds a spicy, savory, smoky kick to chicken. When paired with Buffalo sauce, that spicy, vinegary flavor is definitely addictive.

    How to use Buffalo Seasoning Blend

    • Buffalo Wings
    • Buffalo Chicken Dip
    • Buffalo Chicken Egg Rolls
    • Buffalo Shrimp Jalapeño Poppers
    • Buffalo Chicken Salad Bowls - healthy keto + low carb

    Other Seasoning Blend Recipes That You’ll Love

    • Mediterranean Seasoning
    • Taco Seasoning Blend
    • Everything Bagel Seasoning Blend
    • Easy Homemade Taco Seasoning Mix
    • Seasoning Blend Recipes
    • Chai Latte with Homemade Chai Spice Blend
    • DIY Pumpkin Pie Spice Recipe
    • BBQ Rub (for smoking and grilling)
    • How to Make Everything Bagel Seasoning Blend from Scratch
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    Buffalo Seasoning Blend

    Laura Reigel
    This Buffalo seasoning blend adds flavor to chicken and shrimp. Add Buffalo flavor fast to wings and easy baked chicken breast.
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Course Spice Mix
    Cuisine American
    Servings 12
    Calories 9 kcal

    Equipment

    • spice jars

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 tablespoon Kosher salt
    • 1 teaspoon black pepper
    • 1 tablespoon garlic granules
    • 1 tablespoon onion granules
    • 2 tablespoon paprika
    • ½ tablespoon cayenne pepper adjust to vary the heat
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    Instructions
     

    • Measure the spices, mix, and store in an airtight container.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 9kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 583mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gCalcium: 5mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword buffalo chicken, Spice Mix
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    About Laura Reigel

    Laura is the owner and CEO of Foodology Geek. She holds a degree in Physiology and Neuroscience as well as a Certification as a Nutrition Coach. Laura uses her love of cooking and science to create healthy real food recipes that you'll love eating.

    As a certified recipe hoarder, and meal prep maven Laura is passionate about sharing her love for cooking easy from-scratch recipes. She also shares the occasional family recipe and all of the technical details.

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