Baked Buffalo Chicken Taquitos
Baked Buffalo Chicken Taquitos are a must-try for anyone craving a comforting snack with a spicy twist. These crispy tortillas are filled with tender shredded chicken, creamy cheese, and zesty buffalo sauce, making them perfect for game day or casual get-togethers. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauce for an unforgettable flavor experience that will have everyone coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 8 taquitos 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 medium flour tortillas
- 1/2 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing (for dipping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cook chicken until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F), then shred while warm.
- In a large bowl, mix shredded chicken with buffalo sauce and cream cheese until well combined.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until evenly mixed.
- Lay each tortilla flat, spoon filling along one edge, and roll tightly.
- Place rolled taquitos seam-side down on a greased baking sheet and brush lightly with olive oil.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve warm with ranch or blue cheese dressing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taquito (approximately 60g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For quicker preparation, use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken. Feel free to customize by adding veggies like spinach or swapping chicken for turkey or jackfruit for a vegetarian option.