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Simple Buffalo Chicken Taquitos Recipe

Buffalo Chicken Taquitos are crispy, golden tortillas filled with spicy buffalo chicken and melted cheese. These easy taquitos are perfect for game day, parties, or a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 8 taquitos
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican-American
Calories: 330
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 6 –8 corn tortillas
  • ½ cup buffalo sauce
  • ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons green onion
  • ¼ cup red onion
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter

Method
 

  1. Mix shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, melted butter, Greek yogurt, garlic powder, salt, and cheese in a bowl.
  2. Warm tortillas until soft and flexible.
  3. Spoon filling evenly onto tortillas.
  4. Roll tortillas tightly and place seam-side down.
  5. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  6. Fry taquitos 1–2 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
  7. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
  8. Serve warm with dipping sauce.

Notes

Warm tortillas before rolling to prevent cracking and roll tightly to keep filling from leaking during cooking.