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Baked Buffalo Chicken Taquitos Recipe

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Baked Buffalo Chicken Taquitos are a crunchy, spicy snack perfect for game day or any casual gathering. Featuring tender shredded chicken blended with creamy buffalo sauce and cream cheese, wrapped in soft flour tortillas and baked to golden perfection. These taquitos deliver a satisfying mix of heat, creaminess, and crispiness in every bite.

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

Taquitos

  • 8 flour tortillas (8-inch)

Toppings

  • Chopped green onions, for garnish
  • Sour cream, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to get it ready for baking the taquitos.
  2. Cook Chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the boneless, skinless chicken breasts for approximately 20 minutes until fully cooked and tender. Remove from heat and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before shredding into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Prepare Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken with buffalo sauce and softened cream cheese. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and the cream cheese is well incorporated.
  4. Assemble Taquitos: Lay out the flour tortillas flat. Spoon a generous amount of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla and roll them up tightly like burritos. Use toothpicks if necessary to secure the rolls to prevent unrolling during baking.
  5. Bake: Arrange the rolled taquitos seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and crispy on the outside.
  6. Add Toppings and Serve: Once baked, remove the taquitos from the oven and sprinkle chopped green onions on top. Serve immediately with a dollop of sour cream on the side for dipping.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken as a time-saving alternative and for added flavor.
  • Do not overfill tortillas to prevent bursting during baking.
  • For an extra cheesy surprise, add shredded cheese inside the filling before rolling.
  • You can substitute buffalo sauce with ranch or BBQ sauce for different flavor variations.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days; reheat in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes to regain crispiness.
  • Try replacing chicken with shredded beef or vegetables for different dietary preferences.

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