Buffalo Chicken Taquitos with Creamy Greek Yogurt Dip Recipe
These Chicken Taquitos are crispy, flavorful rolled tortillas filled with a tangy buffalo chicken mixture and melted cheddar cheese. Pan-fried to perfection, they make a perfect appetizer or snack served with a cool, creamy dip that balances the spicy buffalo sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 taquitos (serves 3-4) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Filling
- 2 cups Shredded Cooked Chicken
- 1/2 cup Buffalo Sauce
- 2 tbsp Melted Butter
- 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1/2 tsp Sea Salt (to taste)
- 2 tbsp Green Onion, chopped
- 1/4 cup Red Onion, finely chopped
Taquitos
- 6–8 corn Tortillas
- Vegetable oil or other frying oil (for frying)
Dipping Sauce
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (or sour cream)
- Ranch or blue cheese dressing, to taste (about 2-3 tbsp)
- Chives or green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Prep the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, melted butter, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, sea salt, green onion, and red onion. Stir until all ingredients are evenly coated and well mixed, creating a tangy and buttery flavor base.
- Warm the Tortillas: Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Warm each corn tortilla for 15 to 20 seconds per side until they become soft and flexible, which prevents cracking during rolling.
- Roll the Taquitos: Place about 2 tablespoons of the prepared filling onto each warmed tortilla. Roll the tortilla tightly around the filling and place it seam-side down on a baking sheet or plate. Tightly rolled taquitos will crisp up better when fried.
- Fry Until Golden: Pour enough oil into a skillet to cover the bottom and heat it over medium heat until shimmering. Carefully lay the rolled taquitos seam-side down into the hot oil. Fry for 1 to 2 minutes per side, turning carefully, until each side is golden brown and crispy. Transfer the cooked taquitos onto paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Make the Dip: In a small bowl, combine plain Greek yogurt (or sour cream) with ranch or blue cheese dressing and a small sprinkle of chopped chives or green onions. Mix well to balance the heat of the buffalo chicken taquitos with a cool, creamy dip.
- Serve & Enjoy: Arrange the fried taquitos on a platter. Optionally drizzle a little extra buffalo sauce over the top for added tang. Serve alongside the prepared dip and garnish with additional chives or crumbled blue cheese for an extra touch.
Notes
- Use warm tortillas to prevent cracking when rolling the taquitos.
- Adjust the amount of buffalo sauce based on your preferred level of spiciness.
- Leftover taquitos can be reheated in an oven or air fryer for crispiness.
- For a milder version, substitute buffalo sauce with BBQ sauce.
- Ensure oil temperature is not too hot to avoid burning the taquitos before they cook through.
Keywords: Chicken Taquitos, Buffalo Chicken, Crispy Taquitos, Appetizer, Snack, Mexican-Inspired
