Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 packet (1 ounce) ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 8 flour tortillas (8 inches)
Preparation Time:
10 minutes
Cooking Time:
20 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2/5 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season chicken breasts with ranch seasoning mix.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Cook chicken breasts for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- Remove chicken from skillet and let cool slightly.
- Shred chicken into bite-sized pieces and place in a large bowl.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and buffalo sauce.
- Place about 1/2 cup of the chicken mixture in the center of each tortilla.
- Roll up tortillas and place them seam-side down on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1 taquito):
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
- Sodium: 450mg
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Protein: 15g
Dish Characteristics:
- Spicy and flavorful
- Crispy and cheesy
- Perfect for parties or game days
User Comments:
- "These taquitos were amazing! The buffalo sauce gave them a perfect kick and the cheese was gooey and delicious."
- "I love the combination of buffalo sauce and chicken in these taquitos. They're so addictive!"
- "The taquitos were very easy to make and they turned out crispy and flavorful."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to cook the chicken breasts thoroughly to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- If you don't have ranch seasoning mix, you can use a mixture of dried oregano, thyme, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- You can adjust the amount of buffalo sauce depending on how spicy you like your food.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauces, such as ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing.