Buffalo Chicken Taquitos Recipe

Name: Buffalo Chicken Taquitos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups chicken breasts, cooked and shredded; 12 (6 inch) soft taco flour tortillas; 2 cups mozzarella cheese, grated; 4 ounces cream cheese, softened; 1/3 cup frank's hot sauce; 1/3 cup milk; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 teaspoon cajun seasoning; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; blue cheese dressing; celery rib

Servings: persons

4 cups chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
12 (6 inch) soft taco flour tortillas
2 cups mozzarella cheese, grated
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup frank's hot sauce
1/3 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
blue cheese dressing
celery rib

1
Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
2
In a small sauce pot over medium low heat, melt butter.
3
Add cajun seasoning, garlic powder. Stir to combine and cook for 1 minute.
4
Add cream cheese and stir until melted and completely combined with butter and spices.
5
Wisk in hot sauce and milk and simmer for 5 - 8 minutes. Add salt to taste. Combine chicken and sauce. Cool.
6
Lay out a tortilla; fill with about 1/4 - 1/3 cup chicken and 2 tablespoons of mozzarella cheese.
7
Tightly roll up taquito and place seam side down on a greased baking sheet; repeat until chicken is gone. Note: To keep the tortillas rolled, place a few dabs of water on the overlapping end.
8
Brush taquitos with vegetable oil on all sides.
9
Bake for 12-15 minutes; rotate them every 5 minutes, until golden brown.
10
Serve with blue cheese dressing and celery sticks.

1874

kcal

Calories

Fat

233

Carbs

123

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups chicken breasts, cooked and shredded, 12 (6 inch) soft taco flour tortillas, 2 cups mozzarella cheese, grated, 4 ounces cream cheese, softened, and more.

Yes, Buffalo Chicken Taquitos falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Buffalo Chicken Taquitos

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Variations & substitutions

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