Description
These Buffalo Chicken Taquitos are a crispy, flavorful appetizer or snack featuring shredded chicken tossed in spicy buffalo sauce and Greek yogurt, rolled in tortillas, and pan-fried until golden. Perfect for game day or a quick bite, these taquitos combine creamy, spicy, and crunchy textures in every bite.
Ingredients
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Buffalo Chicken Filling
- 1 1/2 cups shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken recommended)
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp green onion, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
Taquitos
- 6 tortillas (Siete Almond Flour tortillas suggested)
- Additional green onion for topping
- Ranch or blue cheese dressing for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onion, chopped red onion, buffalo sauce, plain Greek yogurt, sea salt, and garlic powder. Mix everything thoroughly to ensure the flavors are well incorporated.
- Warm the tortillas: Heat each tortilla in the microwave for about 10 seconds. This makes the tortillas pliable and easier to roll without cracking.
- Assemble the taquitos: Place a serving of the buffalo chicken mixture on one side of each warmed tortilla. Carefully and tightly roll up each tortilla around the filling to form a taquito.
- Cook the taquitos: Heat a skillet on the stovetop over medium heat. Place the rolled taquitos seam-side down first to seal them, then cook on all sides until they are golden brown and crisp, ensuring they are heated through.
- Serve: Remove the taquitos from the skillet, top with additional chopped green onion, and serve hot alongside ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping.
Notes
- Using rotisserie chicken saves time and adds great flavor.
- Microwaving tortillas briefly prevents cracking when rolling.
- Cooking taquitos seam-side down first helps them stay tightly rolled.
- For a gluten-free option, almond flour tortillas like Siete are recommended.
- Serve immediately for optimal crispiness.
- Buffalo sauce heat levels can be adjusted to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Buffalo chicken, taquitos, appetizer, spicy chicken, finger food, buffalo sauce, Greek yogurt, skillet fried
