Need tailgating recipes? Buffalo Chicken morsels are game day winners | Chula King

Buffalo Chicken Wonton Cups are a game-changer for any party or gathering. These bite-sized snacks pack all the flavors of classic Buffalo chicken wings into a convenient, crispy wonton shell. Perfect for game days or casual get-togethers, they’re sure to be a hit with your family, friends, and guests.

The filling of these tasty morsels consists of a zesty blend of shredded chicken mixed with Buffalo wing sauce, blue cheese dressing, cream cheese, and a mixture of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses. Once baked, the filling produces a rich bite that perfectly complements the crispy wonton wrapper.

To complete the dish, I garnish these yummy little bites with a drizzle of Buffalo wing sauce, crumbled blue cheese, and thinly sliced green onion tops. This produces a burst of color and additional flavor.

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One of the best things about these little wonton cups is their versatility! You can tweak the spiciness by choosing a milder or hotter Buffalo sauce. If you're not a fan of blue cheese, you can substitute ranch dressing or feta cheese. Also, using rotisserie chicken is a time saver, and that adds convenience and a delicious added flavor to the dish.

These cups are tasty and convenient to make. You can prepare the filling in advance and put everything together before baking the wonton cups in the oven. This makes them perfect for hosts who want to have a good time at their gathering without spending time in the kitchen.

Buffalo Chicken Wonton Cups make an impressive addition to any table setting with their elegant appearance and creative twist everyone will enjoy.

Whether you're hosting a sports gathering or a laid-back hangout with friends and family, these cups are bound to delight your guests! Savor the rich flavors in each mouthful and witness them vanish rapidly from the plate before your eyes!

Pair them with some celery sticks and additional dipping sauces for a full-fledged experience that will have everyone craving for more.

Buffalo Chicken Wonton Cups

Makes 24

Ingredients

24 wonton wrappers, store-bought

1 Tablespoon olive oil

4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature

¼ cup (2 ounces) Buffalo wing sauce

¼ cup (2 ounces) Blue cheese dressing

1 cup (5 ounces) shredded cooked chicken

¼ cup plus 2 Tablespoons (1.5 ounces) shredded Cheddar cheese, divided

¼ cup plus 2 Tablespoons (1.5 ounces) shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided

Additional wing sauce, Blue Cheese crumbles, and green onion tops for garnish (optional)

Directions

Preheat oven to 350°F.

Brush the cups of a 24-cup mini muffin pan with olive oil. Press a wonton wrapper into each cup and brush the wonton wrapper with additional olive oil. Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for five to six minutes or until lightly brown. Remove from the oven.

While the wonton cups are baking, make the Buffalo chicken filling. Start by beating together the cream cheese, Buffalo wing sauce, and blue cheese dressing until creamy. Add the shredded chicken, ¼ cup of cheddar cheese, and ¼ cup of Monterey Jack cheese; stir to combine.

Use a tablespoon ice cream scoop to fill the wonton cups with the Buffalo chicken mixture. Sprinkle the tops with the reserved cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese. Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for eight to 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the wonton wrappers are golden brown.

Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes.

Garnish with Buffalo wing sauce, Blue cheese crumbles, and sliced green onion tops if desired.

Yield: 24 Buffalo Chicken Wonton Cups.

Recipe tips and tricks

I used Franks Buffalo Wing Sauce, Ken’s Chunky Blue Cheese Dressing, and shredded rotisserie chicken in this recipe.When the filling comes out of the oven, it’s really hot. Therefore, it’s best to let the Buffalo Chicken Wonton Cups cool for about 10 minutes before garnishing them and removing them from the mini muffin pan.

Chula King is the blogger behind PudgeFactor.com.

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