Buffalo Chicken Toast

Mar 20, 2025 • Tom Jackson

Buffalo Chicken Toast is a bold, flavor-packed twist on a classic, combining tender brined chicken, tangy buffalo sauce, and creamy buttermilk ranch on crispy sourdough. Smoked and seared to perfection on a Yoder Smokers YS640s, the chicken is infused with heat from Jacobsen Salt Co. Habanero Salt and balanced with cool avocado and crumbled blue cheese. Whether you’re making it for game day or a quick, indulgent meal, this Buffalo Chicken Toast brings the perfect mix of crunch, heat, and richness in every bite.

Buffalo Chicken Toast

Tom Jackson

Rated 5.0 stars by 1 users

Cuisine

American

Servings

11

Prep Time

20 minutes

Cook Time

30 minutes

Calories

248

This Buffalo Chicken Toast is loaded with smoky, spicy flavor and satisfying textures. Juicy brined chicken seared on a Yoder Smokers YS640s is tossed in Yo Mama’s Buffalo Sauce, then layered on buttery sourdough with creamy avocado and tangy blue cheese. A drizzle of homemade buttermilk ranch ties it all together for a crave-worthy bite that’s easy to make and impossible to resist.

Ingredients

1 lb chicken breasts
Cornhusker Kitchen Spray Duck Fat
1 cup Holmes Made Dad’s Spicy Garlic Dill Pickle juice
Jacobsen Salt Co. Habanero Salt
4 slices sourdough bread
4 tbsp unsalted butter
1 large avocado, sliced
1/2 cup blue cheese, crumbled
1/2 cup Yo Mama’s Buffalo Sauce
Top with Ranch Dressing

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Directions

Place the chicken breasts in a freezer/brining bag, and spray the interior with duck fat to keep the chicken from sticking and tearing.
Using the flat side of a meat mallet, pound the thick end of the breasts until the chicken is even in thickness.
Add the pickle juice to the bag. Squeeze out the air and seal the bag. Place in the refrigerator to brine for an hour.
Preheat your Yoder Smokers YS640s Pellet Grill to 450ºF, set up with the Yoder Smokers Griddle over the firebox, with the diffuser plate removed.
Remove the chicken from the brine. Season with habanero salt.
Spray the griddle with duck fat and place the chicken on the griddle. Cook with the door open, searing both sides. Remove from the grill when the internal temperature reaches 155ºF - 160ºF.
Melt the butter on the griddle, then toast the sourdough and remove.
Dice the chicken and transfer to a bowl. Add the Yo Mama’s Buffalo Sauce and toss to coat.
Place the sliced avocado on the sourdough toast. Top with the buffalo chicken. Spoon ranch over the top, and place crumbled blue cheese on top.

Recipe Note

ATBBQ Homemade Ranch Dressing Recipe:

How to make Buttermilk Ranch Dressing

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The History of Buffalo Sauce:

Buffalo sauce traces its origins to 1964 in Buffalo, New York, where Teressa Bellissimo of the Anchor Bar created what would become an American classic. According to legend, Bellissimo’s son and his friends arrived at the bar late one night, looking for a quick snack. Using what she had on hand, she deep-fried some chicken wings—typically discarded or used for stock—then coated them in a simple yet flavorful blend of hot sauce, melted butter, and vinegar. Served with celery sticks and blue cheese dressing, the dish was an instant hit. What started as an improvised snack soon became a menu staple, and Buffalo wings quickly spread beyond New York, gaining national recognition.

Over the decades, Buffalo sauce has evolved far beyond its humble beginnings. While the original sauce consisted of just three ingredients, modern variations incorporate garlic, honey, Worcestershire sauce, cayenne, and even habanero or ghost peppers to adjust the heat level and flavor complexity. Some versions lean more buttery for a richer texture, while others crank up the spice for a fiery kick. The sauce’s versatility has made it a household favorite, appearing not only on chicken wings but also in sandwiches, pizzas, dips, tacos, and even mac and cheese. Its balance of heat, tang, and creamy richness makes it an easy way to add bold flavor to countless dishes.

Today, Buffalo sauce is a staple in American cuisine, often synonymous with game-day snacks and bar food culture. National chains and small eateries alike have put their own spin on it, creating everything from Buffalo cauliflower bites to Buffalo chicken egg rolls. Despite its many variations, the heart of Buffalo sauce remains the same—a perfect blend of spice, acidity, and buttery smoothness that keeps people coming back for more. Whether homemade or store-bought, its signature flavor continues to be a favorite among spice lovers and comfort food fans alike.