Delicious Buffalo Chicken Taquitos Recipe

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Delicious Buffalo Chicken Taquitos Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Total Time:
60mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on August 25, 2023

Enjoy the spicy and tangy flavors of buffalo chicken taquitos with this easy-to-follow recipe. These crispy rolled tortillas filled with tender and flavorful shredded chicken combined with creamy ranch and Frank's RedHot sauce will surely satisfy your cravings. Perfect for game nights or as a party appetizer, these taquitos are sure to be a hit!

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
  • 1/2 cup Frank's RedHot sauce
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 12 small flour tortillas
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional toppings: sour cream, chopped green onions, diced tomatoes

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken, Frank's RedHot sauce, ranch dressing, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly coated.
  3. Place a tortilla on a clean surface and spoon about 2 tablespoons of the chicken mixture onto the lower third of the tortilla. Roll the tortilla tightly, making sure the filling is secure.
  4. Place the rolled taquito seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and chicken mixture.
  5. In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Brush the taquitos with the butter mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.
  6. Bake the taquitos in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
  7. Serve the buffalo chicken taquitos hot with optional toppings such as sour cream, chopped green onions, and diced tomatoes.

Interesting Facts

  • Buffalo chicken taquitos are a popular appetizer in American sports bars and restaurants.
  • Frank's RedHot sauce is famously known as the original sauce used in Buffalo chicken wings.
  • Invented in the 1960s, taquitos originated in Mexico and have since become a beloved finger food in the United States.