Buffalo sauce was invented in 1964 at Anchor Bar using Frank's RedHot and butter—this fries version uses the exact same ratio.
Buffalo Loaded Fries
Get ready to indulge in a flavor explosion with our Buffalo Loaded Fries! This mouthwatering creation combines golden, crispy fries smothered in tender, spicy buffalo chicken and drizzled with melted cheese for the ultimate comfort food experience. Perfect for game day or a cozy night in, these loaded fries are sure to satisfy your cravings!
Prep
15
min
Cook
30
min
Serves
4
people
Level
intermediate
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(1)
- 296g potatoes (10.4 oz)
🥩Meat & Seafood(1)
- 12oz chicken tenderloin (340 g)
🥛Dairy & Eggs(2)
- 1/2 cup fat free cheddar (120 ml)
- 2 slices fat free provolone (chopped)
🫙Pantry Staples(2)
- 5g all purpose flour (0.04 cup)
- 1 tbsp avocado oil (15 ml)
🍯Sauces & Condiments(1)
- 2 tbsp Lite ranch (30 ml)
📦Other(1)
- 2 tbsp Buffalo (30 ml)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Chop potatoes into fry shaped pieces.
- 2
Put in bowl, oil and season (Cajun, salt, pepper) add flour.
- 3
Air fry on 375 for 5 minutes, sift around, and repeat until desired crunchiness.
- 4
Plate fries.
- 5
Add layer of cheese.
- 6
Add cooked, diced chicken to a bowl and add Buffalo sauce and ranch and mix.
- 7
Add chicken on top of fries.
- 8
Add a final layer of cheese and broil until cheese turns golden brown.
- 9
Enjoy!
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Soak cut potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes before seasoning to remove excess starch, which prevents proper crisping and can make fries gummy.technique30 minutes
- ✓Use 1-2 tablespoons of flour per pound of potatoes to create a light coating that absorbs moisture and promotes Maillard browning at 375°F.ingredient1-2 tbsp per pound
- ✓Double-fry method in air fryer: first round at 350°F for 15 minutes, then increase to 400°F for final 5-8 minutes to achieve maximum crispiness through moisture evaporation.timing350°F then 400°F
- ✓Use a 2:1 ratio of buffalo sauce to ranch when mixing with chicken to prevent the coating from becoming too thin and sliding off the fries.technique2:1 ratio
- ✓Broil the final cheese layer 4-6 inches from heat source for 2-3 minutes maximum to achieve golden browning without overcooking the bottom components.equipment4-6 inches, 2-3 minutes
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Prep
15
min
Cook
30
min
Serves
4
people
Level
intermediate
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Buffalo sauce was invented in 1964 at Anchor Bar using Frank's RedHot and butter—this fries version uses the exact same ratio.
Buffalo Loaded Fries
Get ready to indulge in a flavor explosion with our Buffalo Loaded Fries! This mouthwatering creation combines golden, crispy fries smothered in tender, spicy buffalo chicken and drizzled with melted cheese for the ultimate comfort food experience. Perfect for game day or a cozy night in, these loaded fries are sure to satisfy your cravings!
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(1)
- 296g potatoes (10.4 oz)
🥩Meat & Seafood(1)
- 12oz chicken tenderloin (340 g)
🥛Dairy & Eggs(2)
- 1/2 cup fat free cheddar (120 ml)
- 2 slices fat free provolone (chopped)
🫙Pantry Staples(2)
- 5g all purpose flour (0.04 cup)
- 1 tbsp avocado oil (15 ml)
🍯Sauces & Condiments(1)
- 2 tbsp Lite ranch (30 ml)
📦Other(1)
- 2 tbsp Buffalo (30 ml)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Chop potatoes into fry shaped pieces.
- 2
Put in bowl, oil and season (Cajun, salt, pepper) add flour.
- 3
Air fry on 375 for 5 minutes, sift around, and repeat until desired crunchiness.
- 4
Plate fries.
- 5
Add layer of cheese.
- 6
Add cooked, diced chicken to a bowl and add Buffalo sauce and ranch and mix.
- 7
Add chicken on top of fries.
- 8
Add a final layer of cheese and broil until cheese turns golden brown.
- 9
Enjoy!
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Soak cut potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes before seasoning to remove excess starch, which prevents proper crisping and can make fries gummy.technique30 minutes
- ✓Use 1-2 tablespoons of flour per pound of potatoes to create a light coating that absorbs moisture and promotes Maillard browning at 375°F.ingredient1-2 tbsp per pound
- ✓Double-fry method in air fryer: first round at 350°F for 15 minutes, then increase to 400°F for final 5-8 minutes to achieve maximum crispiness through moisture evaporation.timing350°F then 400°F
- ✓Use a 2:1 ratio of buffalo sauce to ranch when mixing with chicken to prevent the coating from becoming too thin and sliding off the fries.technique2:1 ratio
- ✓Broil the final cheese layer 4-6 inches from heat source for 2-3 minutes maximum to achieve golden browning without overcooking the bottom components.equipment4-6 inches, 2-3 minutes