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Buffalo Chicken Taquitos

Buffalo Chicken Taquitos: Crunchy, Spicy Flavor in Every Bite

Buffalo Chicken Taquitos are crispy, tangy, and the ultimate game day appetizer that everyone will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 taquitos
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups Shredded Cooked Chicken Rotisserie chicken makes it easy.
  • 1/2 cup Buffalo Sauce Adjust for less heat if preferred.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Monterey Jack can be mixed in.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Substitute with fresh minced garlic for stronger taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt Adjust to your taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Melted Butter For brushing on, adds crispness.
For the Wrap
  • 12 pieces Corn Tortillas Warm to keep pliable.
For the Dip
  • 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt Sour cream can be used as an alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onion Chives can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Red Onion Can be replaced with green onions.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • baking sheet
  • spatula
  • Tongs

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded cooked chicken, buffalo sauce, melted butter, and shredded cheddar cheese. Blend until evenly coated.
  2. Warm each corn tortilla in a dry skillet over medium heat for 15-20 seconds on each side until pliable. Keep covered.
  3. On a warm tortilla, place approximately 2 tablespoons of the buffalo chicken filling close to one edge. Roll tightly and place seam-side down.
  4. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry taquitos seam-side down for 1-2 minutes on each side until golden.
  5. In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt with ranch or blue cheese dressing and chopped chives until well combined.
  6. Serve crispy taquitos on a platter with extra buffalo sauce and creamy dip alongside.

Nutrition

Serving: 1taquitoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 5mg

Notes

These taquitos are customizable; try different cheeses or dips to suit your taste. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days or freeze for longer storage.

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