Description
Crispy wonton wrappers cradle zesty Buffalo chicken in these irresistible Buffalo Chicken Cups, perfect for game day or party snacking. Spicy, creamy, and packed with flavor, these bite-sized treats will become your new go-to appetizer that delivers maximum satisfaction in minimal bites.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 cup (240 ml) chicken, shredded
Dairy:
- ½ cup (120 ml) cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup (60 ml) sour cream
- 1 cup (240 ml) cheddar cheese, grated
- ¼ cup (60 ml) blue cheese, crumbled
Flavor and Texture Elements:
- 12 wonton wrappers
- ¼ cup (60 ml) buffalo sauce
- 4 spring onions, finely chopped
- Cooking oil spray
Instructions
- Position the oven rack to 170°C (340°F) and lightly coat a 12-hole muffin tin with cooking spray.
- Gently press individual wonton wrappers into each muffin cavity, ensuring they create a neat cup shape.
- Bake the wonton wrappers for approximately 10 minutes until they transform into crispy, golden shells.
- Remove the wonton cups and allow them to cool slightly while preparing the filling.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken with tangy buffalo sauce, creating a spicy base.
- Incorporate soft cream cheese, creamy sour cream, grated cheddar, crumbled blue cheese, and chopped spring onions into the chicken mixture.
- Thoroughly blend all ingredients until they form a cohesive, well-seasoned filling.
- Carefully spoon the prepared mixture into each pre-baked wonton cup, distributing evenly.
- Sprinkle additional cheddar cheese on top of each filled cup for extra melty goodness.
- Return the filled cups to the oven and bake for 10 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt and the filling to heat through.
- Once done, garnish with remaining spring onions and a drizzle of buffalo sauce for a vibrant finish.
- Serve immediately while the cups are warm and crispy.
Notes
- Choose thin, crispy wonton wrappers for a delicate, light texture that won’t become soggy when filled.
- Ensure chicken is finely shredded or chopped to distribute evenly throughout the filling and create a smooth consistency.
- Pat chicken dry before mixing to prevent excess moisture from making wonton cups soggy during baking.
- Experiment with different cheeses like pepper jack or gouda for a unique flavor twist on the classic recipe.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 540 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg