Buffalo Chicken Taquitos
Crispy and spicy buffalo chicken taquitos that are easy to make and perfect for weeknight dinners or game-day gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free options available
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheese, cheddar or mozzarella
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- Oil for frying, such as vegetable or canola oil
- Blue cheese or ranch dressing for dipping
Instructions
- Combine the chicken and buffalo sauce in a bowl and toss until the chicken is evenly coated.
- Lay a tortilla flat and add a few tablespoons of the chicken mixture in the center. Sprinkle cheese over the filling.
- Tightly roll the tortilla around the filling and secure with a toothpick if it feels loose.
- Pour oil into a frying pan to a depth of about 1/4 inch and heat over medium.
- Fry the taquitos in batches, turning after 2 to 3 minutes, until all sides are golden and crisp.
- Transfer taquitos to a paper towel lined plate to drain briefly.
- Remove toothpicks and serve hot with blue cheese or ranch dressing for dipping.
Notes
For a lighter crust, use an air fryer or bake on a rimmed sheet until crisp. Choose corn tortillas for a firmer roll, or flour tortillas for easier rolling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 taquitos
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Find it online: https://www.simplefamilydishes.com/buffalo-chicken-taquitos/