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Buffalo Chicken Taquitos Recipe

Delicious Buffalo Chicken Taquitos Recipe for Game Day Fun

Quick buffalo chicken taquitos redefine comfort food with a crispy exterior and spicy creamy filling.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 taquitos
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups shredded chicken Use rotisserie chicken for convenience
  • 8 oz cream cheese Softened
  • 3/4 cup buffalo sauce
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 cup green onions Chopped
For the Shells
  • 8 pieces corn or flour tortillas Opt for gluten-free if needed
  • as needed olive oil spray For frying

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat a large mixing bowl and combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, buffalo sauce, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until well combined.
  2. Heat a dry skillet over medium-low heat and warm each tortilla for 15–20 seconds on each side until soft.
  3. Spoon 2 tablespoons of filling onto each tortilla, roll tightly and place seam-side down on a baking sheet.
  4. Fry taquitos in a skillet with heated olive oil for 1–2 minutes per side until golden brown.
  5. Mix sour cream with your choice of dressing and chives in a small bowl for dipping.
  6. Remove fried taquitos from skillet and drain on paper towels. Serve warm with dip.

Nutrition

Serving: 2taquitosCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best results, warm tortillas before rolling and do not overcrowd the skillet during frying.

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