Baked Buffalo Chicken Taquitos Recipe
These Baked Buffalo Chicken Taquitos are a spicy, cheesy twist on a classic Mexican favorite. Tender shredded chicken is combined with creamy buffalo sauce and cream cheese, rolled in soft flour tortillas, and baked until golden and crispy. Perfect as a flavorful appetizer or a satisfying main dish with a kick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 taquitos 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken Filling
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Wraps
- 8 flour tortillas (8-inch)
Toppings (optional)
- Chopped green onions
- Dollop of sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to get it ready for baking the taquitos.
- Cook Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken breasts until fully cooked through, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat and allow the chicken to cool before shredding it using two forks or your hands.
- Mix Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken with buffalo sauce and softened cream cheese. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Assemble Taquitos: Lay each flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spoon an even amount of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla, then roll them up tightly. Secure with toothpicks if necessary to keep them rolled during baking.
- Prepare for Baking: Place each rolled taquito seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Bake: Bake the taquitos in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Serve: Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Serve topped with chopped green onions and a dollop of sour cream for added flavor and creaminess.
Notes
- Allow the chicken to cool slightly before shredding to avoid burns and help it shred easier.
- Use softened cream cheese at room temperature for easier mixing.
- For extra crispiness, you can lightly spray the taquitos with cooking spray before baking.
- To make this recipe spicier, add extra buffalo sauce or sprinkle with cayenne pepper.
- Remove toothpicks before serving to avoid choking hazards.
- These taquitos can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving.
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