Keto Buffalo Chicken Taquitos are a tasty, spicy, and filling snack or dinner for those on a low-carb, ketogenic diet. These Buffalo Chicken Taquitos are made by combining the shredded chicken with the spicy buffalo sauce, then wrapped in a keto tortilla, and then baked to perfection to create these golden, crispy taquitos. The crispy outside is replaced by a thick, cheesy interior that mixes the richness of cream cheese and the spice of buffalo sauce to create a delicious mouthful. These Buffalo Chicken Taquitos are loaded with proteins & good fats, making them ideal for a quick weeknight meal, a game day appetizer, or meal prep. We can serve these Keto Buffalo Chicken Taquitos with the keto ranch dressing for a full & guilt-free treat!
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STATS:
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Course: Appetizer
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cuisine: American
- Serving size: 2 taquitos
- Cook time: 15 minutes
- Total time: 30 mins
- Serving: 4 servings
- Diet: Gluten-free, Keto, & Low-Carb
EQUIPMENT:
- Baking sheet
- Small mixing bowl
- Parchment paper
- Spatula
- Brush
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 cups cooked chicken
- ½ cup buffalo sauce
- ½ cup cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 10 to 12 small keto-friendly tortillas
- 2 tbsp. olive oil
- Salt and pepper
INGREDIENTS NOTES:
CHICKEN:
- Chicken is the key source of protein in this taquitos, making it a filling and substantial foundation. You may use chopped or shredded chicken, leftover baked or grilled chicken, or rotisserie chicken, which is a fantastic time-saver.
BUFFALO SAUCE:
- Buffalo sauce is naturally low in carbohydrates and gives the meal a strong, spicy, and tangy flavor. We should always have to buy a sugar-free, keto-friendly version.
CREAM CHEESE:
- The addition of cream cheese counterbalances the buffalo sauce’s spice with the rich, velvety texture and further aids in creating a creamy filling by binding the cheese and chicken together.
CHEDDAR CHEESE:
- Cheddar cheese gives the meal a nice melt and a strong, cheesy taste.
KETO TORTILLAS:
- We use the keto tortilla to wrap this chicken and sauce. Select keto or low-carb tortillas made with flaxseed, almond flour, or coconut flour.
OLIVE OIL:
- We can use the olive oil to pan-seared the wraps till they get a beautiful, crispy finish. If you want a different taste profile or a greater smoke point, you can use butter or avocado oil instead.
SALT & PEPPER:
- Salt and pepper improve the dish’s overall taste by balancing the richness of the cheese and the spiciness of the buffalo sauce.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
INSTRUCTION:
- We can line the baking paper on the sheet.
- Turn on the oven to four hundred degrees F.
- We can grab a small bowl & add the cheddar cheese, cream cheese, buffalo sauce, and chicken.
- Then take the spatula.
- Combine all these components to mix them properly.
- We can arrange the keto tortillas on a flat surface.
- Take the spoon and add two teaspoons of mixture of chicken in each tortilla.
- We can tightly roll them around the filling
- Then we can put the tortillas seam-side down on the baking sheet.
- We can lightly spray them with olive oil to make sure the taquitos get crispy in the oven.
- Then bake these assembled tortillas for 12 to 15 minutes or till they get crispy & golden brown.
- Serve with a side of keto ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping, or with more buffalo sauce!
TIPS:
- Try spraying the Buffalo Chicken Taquitos with cooking spray before baking for an even crispier texture.
- We can prepare these Buffalo Chicken Taquitos in advance and freeze them for use later. We should have to be sure to bake them for 18 to 20 minutes after they are frozen.
- Add some chopped jalapeños or cayenne pepper to the buffalo chicken to make these taquitos spicier.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- You would place the leftover Buffalo Chicken Taquitos in a sealed box and store these taquitos for around 3 days.
FREEZER:
- We can cover each Buffalo Chicken Taquitos in the plastic wrap then put these taquitos in the seal box and store these taquitos for 3 months.
FAQs:
Are these Buffalo Chicken Taquitos low in carbs?
- Yes these Buffalo Chicken Taquitos are low in carbs and it is only comprised of 3g net carbs, 2g fiber, 5g total carbs, and 25g protein is present in per serving of these Taquitos.
Will we store these Buffalo Chicken Taquitos?
- We can store these Buffalo Chicken Taquitos in a sealed box and store them for 3 days in the fridge and for 3 months in the freezer as well.
Can I make these Buffalo Chicken Taquitos with other cheese as well?
- Yes, we can easily make these Buffalo Chicken Taquitos with any other cheese like mozzarella, or pepper jack or with the cheese that melts greatly.
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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 250 kcal
Net carbs: 4g
Iron: 1.2mg
Total carbs: 5g
Vitamin A: 600 IU
Fiber: 2g
Calcium: 100mg
Protein: 25g
Iron: 1.2mg
Sodium: 450mg
Potassium: 300mg