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Buffalo Chicken Taquitos

Healthy Buffalo Chicken Taquitos You Can’t Resist

These Buffalo Chicken Taquitos are a healthier twist on a classic, packed with flavor and sure to please any crowd.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 taquitos
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 2 cups Shredded Cooked Chicken Rotisserie or poached chicken works well.
  • 1/2 cup Buffalo Sauce Use homemade for customizable spice levels.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Freshly grated for best melt.
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Can substitute with shallots or green onion.
  • 1/2 cup Plain Greek Yogurt Low-fat sour cream can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used for stronger flavor.
Tortillas
  • 8 pieces Corn Tortillas Freshly made or high-quality store-bought.
Frying
  • 1 cup Neutral Oil (Grapeseed, Canola, or Vegetable) Avocado oil is a great healthy alternative.
Dip
  • 1/2 cup Ranch or Blue Cheese Dressing Homemade ranch can elevate freshness.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Chives Can use parsley or dill as alternatives.
To Finish
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onion Use as garnish.
  • to taste Sea Salt Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • baking sheet
  • Microwave
  • small bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded cooked chicken, buffalo sauce, melted butter, shredded cheddar cheese, Greek yogurt, minced red onions, garlic powder, and sea salt. Stir until evenly mixed.
  2. Wrap corn tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave for 45 seconds.
  3. Take about 2 tablespoons of the filling and place it on the lower third of each tortilla. Tightly roll each tortilla and lay seam-side down on a baking sheet.
  4. Heat neutral oil in a skillet until it reaches 350°F. Fry the taquitos seam-side down for 1-2 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt with ranch or blue cheese dressing and stir in minced chives.
  6. Arrange the taquitos on a platter, garnish with sliced green onions and chives, and serve with dip.

Nutrition

Serving: 1taquitoCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Serve with a side of guacamole or salsa for additional flavor.

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