Best 4 Buffalo Chicken Appetizer Cupcakes Recipes

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Buffalo chicken is a spicy American dish consisting of chicken wings or strips that are coated in a sauce made from cayenne pepper, vinegar, and butter. It is a popular appetizer or main course, and it can be served with a variety of dipping sauces, such as blue cheese dressing, ranch dressing, or honey mustard. This article offers three unique recipes for buffalo chicken appetizer cupcakes, each with its own delicious twist. The first recipe features a creamy buffalo chicken filling baked inside a crispy wonton wrapper, while the second combines buffalo chicken with a cheesy cornbread crust. The third recipe is a fun and easy take on the classic buffalo chicken dip, served in individual cupcake liners. All three recipes are easy to follow and perfect for any party or gathering. Whether you're looking for a classic buffalo chicken flavor or something a little different, you're sure to find a recipe in this article that you'll love.

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BUFFALO CHICKEN CUPCAKES



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Buffalo Chicken Cupcakes filled with cream cheese, buffalo sauce, cheddar cheese, and layers of wonton wrappers.

Provided by Christy Denney

Categories     Appetizer

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (8 ounce package) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup Ranch dressing
1/2 cup Buffalo wing sauce (Frank's is the brand I like)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
1 1/2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
24 wonton wrappers (see Note)
1/4 cup blue cheese crumbles

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Spray muffin tin very lightly with cooking spray.
  • In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, Ranch dressing, wing sauce and 3/4 cheddar cheese (save remaining 1/4 cup for topping). You can soften the mixture slightly in the microwave if needed to make it come together. Stir in shredded chicken.
  • For regular sized cupcakes (see below for minis): Start layering your cupcakes. Begin with a wonton wrapper and press it into the bottom of each muffin tin. Spoon about a tablespoon of the chicken mixture. Top with another wonton wrapper and add another tablespoon of chicken mixture. Sprinkle with remaining cheddar cheese and a little blue cheese.
  • Bake for 18 minutes or until edges are brown. Check cupcakes after 10 minutes into cooking and if edges are browned cover the cupcakes with foil for the remaining cooking time. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes. To remove, use a knife to loosen the edges then pop each cupcake out.
  • For mini cupcakes: Cut each wonton wrapper into 4 squares. Layer wonton, about 1 teaspoon of filling, wonton, then another teaspoon of filling. Top with shredded cheese and blue cheese. Bake for 10 minutes. Let cool slightly, then remove from pan.

BUFFALO CHICKEN APPETIZER CUPCAKES RECIPE - (4.4/5)



Buffalo Chicken Appetizer Cupcakes Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by kimvess

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
2 tablespoons dry ranch dressing mix, from 1 ounce package
3/4 cup cayenne pepper hot sauce
1 container (8 ounces) whipped cream cheese spread
1 container (6 ounces) Yoplait® Greek Fat Free plain yogurt
1 can Pillsbury® refrigerated thin pizza crust
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded (4 ounces)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 12 regular-size muffin cups with cooking spray. In large bowl, mix chicken, dressing mix, hot sauce, cream cheese spread and yogurt. Set aside. Unroll dough into large rectangle. Cut dough into 12 equal squares. Place 1 dough square in each muffin cup. Press dough in bottoms and up sides of cups. Divide chicken mixture evenly into cups, using about 1 tablespoon in each. Sprinkle cheese evenly on top of filling in each cup. Bake about 15 minutes or until crusts are golden brown and filling is hot. Serve immediately.

BUFFALO CHICKEN APPETIZER CUPCAKES



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These savory cupcakes bring a whole lot of Buffalo-ranch flavor to snacktime. Customize to make them as mild or spicy as your picky eaters prefer, and watch how fast they disappear!

Provided by Jessica Walker

Categories     Appetizer

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
2 tablespoons dry ranch dressing mix (from 1-oz package)
3/4 cup cayenne pepper hot sauce
1 container (8 oz) whipped cream cheese spread
1 container (6 oz) Greek Fat Free plain yogurt
1 can (11 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Thin Crust Pizza Crust
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (4 oz)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 12 regular-size muffin cups with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, mix chicken, dressing mix, hot sauce, cream cheese spread and yogurt. Set aside.
  • Unroll dough into large rectangle. Cut dough into 12 equal squares. Place 1 dough square in each muffin cup. Press dough in bottoms and up sides of cups.
  • Divide chicken mixture evenly into cups, using about 1 tablespoon in each. Sprinkle cheese evenly on top of filling in each cup.
  • Bake about 15 minutes or until crusts are golden brown and filling is hot. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

BUFFALO CHICKEN APPETIZER CUPCAKES



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I have not tried these yet, but I thought they would be a great finger food for the Superbowl. So, thought I'd share them with you.. Recipe and picture from my Betty Crocker magazine.

Provided by Cassie *

Categories     Meat Appetizers

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 c shredded cooked chicken breast ( i will use rotissere chicken )
2 Tbsp dry ranch dressing mix (from 1-oz package)
3/4 c cayenne pepper hot sauce
1 container (8 oz) whipped cream cheese spread
1 container (6 oz) yoplait® greek fat free plain yogurt
1 can pillsbury® refrigerated thin pizza crust
1 c shredded mozzarella cheese (4 oz)

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 12 regular-size muffin cups with cooking spray.
  • 2. In large bowl, mix chicken, dressing mix, hot sauce, cream cheese spread and yogurt. Set aside.
  • 3. Unroll dough into large rectangle. Cut dough into 12 equal squares. Place 1 dough square in each muffin cup. Press dough in bottoms and up sides of cups.
  • 4. Divide chicken mixture evenly into cups, using about 1 tablespoon in each. Sprinkle cheese evenly on top of filling in each cup.
  • 5. Bake about 15 minutes or until crusts are golden brown and filling is hot. Serve immediately. ** Note - Depending on how hot you like buffalo chicken flavors, you can cut back or add more of the hot sauce.

Tips:

  • For a crispy breadcrumb topping, use Panko breadcrumbs instead of regular breadcrumbs.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
  • To make the cupcakes ahead of time, bake them according to the recipe and then let them cool completely. Store the cupcakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, reheat the cupcakes in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.
  • For a spicier cupcake, use a hotter sauce in the buffalo sauce mixture.
  • If you don't have cupcake liners, you can grease a muffin tin with cooking spray and then fill each muffin cup with batter.

Conclusion:

These Buffalo Chicken Appetizer Cupcakes are the perfect party food! They're easy to make, delicious, and always a hit with guests. The crispy breadcrumb topping, tender chicken, and creamy ranch dressing make these cupcakes irresistible. So next time you're looking for a fun and easy appetizer, give these Buffalo Chicken Appetizer Cupcakes a try!

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