Description
These Jalapeño Cream Cheese Buffalo Chicken Taquitos are a spicy, creamy, and crispy finger food perfect for game day or a flavorful snack. Made with shredded buffalo chicken, cream cheese, and pickled jalapeños, then rolled in small flour tortillas and baked until golden and crispy, they offer a satisfying blend of heat and creamy texture in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 1 lb cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/4 cup buffalo sauce
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup pickled jalapeños, chopped
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt
Other Ingredients
- 8-10 small flour tortillas
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Olive oil spray or brush
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Prepare the filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, softened cream cheese, sour cream, chopped pickled jalapeños, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, and salt. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated, creating a creamy and spicy chicken filling.
- Assemble the taquitos: Lay a small flour tortilla flat. Spoon about 2-3 tablespoons of the chicken mixture down the center of the tortilla. Sprinkle cheddar and mozzarella cheese evenly over the filling. Roll the tortilla tightly around the filling, then place it seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat this process with all remaining tortillas and filling.
- Prepare for baking: Lightly spray or brush the rolled taquitos with olive oil. This will help them crisp up beautifully and develop a golden-brown exterior during baking.
- Bake the taquitos: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the taquitos are golden, crispy, and the cheese is melted inside.
- Serve: Remove the taquitos from the oven and serve warm. Pair them with ranch dressing, extra buffalo sauce, or your favorite dipping sauces for an added kick of flavor.
Notes
- You can substitute cooked rotisserie chicken to save time.
- For extra heat, increase the amount of pickled jalapeños or add a dash of hot sauce to the filling.
- Use corn tortillas if you prefer gluten-free options, though they may be more fragile.
- To make ahead, assemble taquitos and refrigerate before baking; add a couple of extra minutes to baking time if baking from cold.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the oven or air fryer to retain crispiness.
