These Baked Buffalo Chicken Taquitos are a simple, freezer friendly meal made with shredded chicken, hidden veggies, and a creamy buffalo filling. Perfect for lunch or dinner!
If you're always looking for easy, satisfying meal prep ideas that you'll actually look forward to eating, these Buffalo Chicken Taquitos should be next in your rotation. They're crispy, flavour-packed, and easy to pack up for work or school lunches!
What I really love about this recipe is how much you can pack into one simple, handheld meal. The filling is made with shredded chicken, Greek yogurt, and buffalo sauce, plus white beans and veggies mixed right in. They bake up crispy on the outside and hearty on the inside, and they're just as good packed into a lunch container as they are served hot for dinner.
Since they freeze and reheat so well, these baked taquitos are perfect for making ahead. Make a big batch, enjoy some right away, and save the rest for quick lunches or easy dinners later in the week. They're the kind of recipe that makes busy days a lot easier and a lot more delicious!
Why This Recipe Is Dietitian Approved
- Freezer friendly. These taquitos freeze and reheat really well, which makes them perfect for meal prep.
- Family meal. They're crispy, flavour-packed, and easy to serve, which makes them a great option for feeding a crowd or keeping both kids and adults happy at dinner.
- Hidden veggies. Carrots, spinach, and bell peppers are mixed right into the filling, adding extra veggies and nutrients!
Buffalo Chicken Taquitos Recipe
Ingredients
- Chicken
- Greek yogurt
- Buffalo sauce
- Lime juice
- Spices- garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cumin
- Shredded cheese
- Green onions
- White beans
- Veggies- carrots, spinach, bell peppers!
- Tortillas
The complete ingredient list with measurements can be found in the recipe card below.
Instructions
- Preheat the oven or air fryer to 425F.
- To a large mixing bowl whisk together greek yogurt, buffalo sauce, lime juice, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, paprika, salt and black pepper.
- Once the sauce is smooth, add cooked shredded chicken, mashed white beans (if using), green onions and shredded cheese. Stir well.
- If desired- stir in 2 cups of finely chopped or shredded vegetables (see ingredients list for ideas). Stir well.
- To warm the tortillas- wrap 4 tortillas at a time in a damp paper towel. Microwave for 30 seconds. THIS IS IMPORTANT! If the tortillas are not warmed prior to rolling, they will be more susceptible to rips and tears!
- Arrange tortillas on a large baking tray. Add 2-3 tablespoon of filling to one side of each tortilla (for larger 8 inch tortillas add a heaping ¼ cup). Gently roll the tortillas starting at the end with the filling, place the overlapped edge facedown on the baking sheet. Taquitos should be tightly wrapped.
- Lightly spray each taquito with an olive oil cooking spray, or brush with oil. Bake or air fry for 15-18 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
Substitutions and Variations
To make gluten-free: Ensure you are using corn tortillas instead of wheat tortillas!
Vegetarian: You can opt to have just the mashed white beans instead of the addition of chicken! If you decide to go with this option I recommend doubling the beans!
To make dairy-free: Use a dairy free cheese of choice!
To make nut-free: This recipe is naturally nut free!
For a more balanced option I recommend adding shredded or diced vegetables into the filling! This is a great way to boost the nutrients without much extra effort!
My favourite vegetables to add are;
- Shredded carrots or zucchini
- Chopped spinach (fresh or frozen)
- Diced bell peppers
Equipment
Storage
FRIDGE: Fresh taquitos can be stored in the fridge for up to 3-4days in an airtight container or bag. Reheat in the airfryer at 400F for about 5 minutes. You may also pan fry them until crispy!
FREEZER: I recommend flash freezing for best results! Allow to cool fully before placing them on a large sheet pan. Freeze uncovered for 2-4 hours until solid. Once solid, transfer to a large freezer-safe bag. Taquitos can be reheated from frozen in the airfryer at 450F for about 10 minutes!
Top Tips for Success
If you are having trouble with your tortillas staying rolled prior to baking, gently press a toothpick into each taquito, securing the roll.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can! Wheat tortillas are a great option to use for more fiber, just don't skip warming them up first!
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📖 Recipe
Buffalo Chicken Taquitos
Ingredients
- ¾ cup plain 0% Greek yogurt
- ⅓ cup buffalo sauce
- Juice of 1 lime (about 1.5 tbsp)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 lb cooked and shredded chicken breast (about 2 cups)- rotisserie chicken will also work
- 1 cup mashed white beans (optional)
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 bunch green onions, sliced finely
- 2 cups vegetables of choice: (ie. shredded carrots, chopped spinach, diced bell peppers)
- 18 small (4 inch) corn tortillas (or 9x8 inch tortillas)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven or air fryer to 425F.
- To a large mixing bowl whisk together greek yogurt, buffalo sauce, lime juice, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, paprika, salt and black pepper.
- Once the sauce is smooth, add cooked shredded chicken, mashed white beans (if using), green onions and shredded cheese. Stir well.
- If desired- stir in 2 cups of finely chopped or shredded vegetables (see ingredients list for ideas). Stir well.
- To warm the tortillas- wrap 4 tortillas at a time in a damp paper towel. Microwave for 30 seconds. THIS IS IMPORTANT! If the tortillas are not warmed prior to rolling, they will be more susceptible to rips and tears!
- Arrange tortillas on a large baking tray. Add 2-3 tablespoon of filling to one side of each tortilla (for larger 8 inch tortillas add a heaping ¼ cup). Gently roll the tortillas starting at the end with the filling, place the overlapped edge facedown on the baking sheet. Taquitos should be tightly wrapped.
- Lightly spray each taquito with an olive oil cooking spray, or brush with oil. Bake or air fry for 15-18 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
Emma's Kid says
Is the buffalo sauce called for just straight hot sauce, or is it "buffalo wing sauce"? So for example, am I adding regular Frank's Red Hot? Or adding in a sauce made from Frank's with butter and other ingredients? I'm not familiar with "buffalo flavoured" things, sorry.
Nicole Addison says
Hi there, my favourite is Primal Kitchen buffalo sauce! I recommend specifically looking for one that says buffalo sauce or mild buffalo wing sauce, Frank's typically is hotter than a regular buffalo sauce!
Jessy says
Great recipe! I added red pepper and spinach and they are delish! Looking forward to having these handy during the week. I think I’ll have to make another batch tho because my husband liked them too.