Baked Buffalo Chicken Taquitos Recipe
These Baked Buffalo Chicken Taquitos are a deliciously spicy and creamy appetizer or snack featuring tender shredded chicken coated in tangy buffalo sauce, combined with creamy cheese, all rolled in crispy baked tortillas. Perfectly baked for a healthier alternative to frying, they deliver bold buffalo flavor with a satisfying crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 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)
Optional Toppings
- Chopped green onions
- Dollop of sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the taquitos to a perfect crisp.
- Cook Chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the boneless chicken breasts until fully cooked through, which usually takes about 20 minutes. Once cooked, let the chicken cool slightly.
- Shred Chicken: After cooling, shred the chicken into fine pieces using two forks or your hands, ready to mix with the sauces.
- Mix Filling: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken with buffalo sauce and softened cream cheese until everything is evenly mixed and creamy.
- Fill Tortillas: Lay out the flour tortillas flat on a clean surface. Spoon an even amount of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top, then roll tightly into taquitos. Secure with toothpicks if necessary to hold their shape.
- Arrange for Baking: Place the rolled taquitos seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking and to ensure they bake evenly.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the taquitos are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Serve: Remove from oven and garnish with chopped green onions and a dollop of sour cream for a creamy contrast to the spicy buffalo flavor. Enjoy warm!
Notes
- For extra crispiness, lightly spray the taquitos with cooking spray before baking.
- Feel free to substitute flour tortillas with corn tortillas if preferred, though flour tortillas hold better when rolling.
- Leftover taquitos can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven to maintain crispiness.
- Adjust buffalo sauce quantity to taste for desired level of spiciness.
- Remove toothpicks before serving to avoid accidents.
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