Buffalo Chicken Taquitos
Delicious Buffalo Chicken Taquitos combine crispy tortillas with spicy buffalo chicken filling, making them a perfect appetizer or snack for any occasion.
Ingredients
Filling Ingredients
- 2 cups Shredded Cooked Chicken Use rotisserie chicken or cooked chicken breast.
- 1/2 cup Buffalo Sauce Adjust amount to taste.
- 2 tbsp Melted Butter Adds richness to the filling.
- 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Can use other cheese types for variation.
Tortilla Ingredients
- 6-8 pieces corn Tortillas Warming is critical to prevent cracking.
Additional Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Plain Greek Yogurt For the dipping sauce.
- 2 tbsp Green Onion Chopped, for garnish.
- 1/4 cup Red Onion Chopped.
- 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder Enhances flavor.
- 1/2 tsp Sea Salt To taste.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, melted butter, and shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until coated.
Tortilla Preparation
- Heat a dry skillet over medium heat and warm each tortilla for 15 to 20 seconds on each side.
Assembly
- Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the filling onto each tortilla and roll tightly, placing seam-side down on a baking sheet.
Cooking
- In a separate skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Fry the taquitos seam-side down for 1 to 2 minutes on each side until golden-brown and crispy.
Dipping Sauce
- In a small bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt and ranch or blue cheese dressing with a sprinkle of chives.
Serving
- Arrange cooked taquitos on a platter, drizzle with buffalo sauce, and serve with the dipping sauce on the side.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container. They can be refrigerated for 3-4 days or frozen for later use.