Imagine biting into a crispy, golden wonton wrapper filled with creamy, spicy buffalo chicken that literally explodes with flavor in your mouth! These Buffalo Chicken Wonton Cups are about to become your new favorite party appetizer that will have everyone asking, "Who made these amazing bites?" Perfect for game day, potlucks, or when you're craving something truly spectacular, these mini cups combine the tangy kick of buffalo sauce with creamy cheese and crispy wonton wrappers in a bite-sized sensation that's impossible to resist.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 12 wonton wrappers
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). This will ensure that your wonton cups bake evenly and become crispy.
- Gather all your ingredients: wonton wrappers, cooked shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, cream cheese, shredded cheese, and chopped green onions.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken with the buffalo sauce. Stir until the chicken is well coated in the sauce.
- In another bowl, mix the cream cheese until smooth. You can soften it in the microwave for about 15-20 seconds if it's too firm.
- Add the buffalo chicken mixture to the cream cheese and stir until fully combined. This will create a creamy and spicy filling for your wonton cups.
- Lightly grease a muffin tin with cooking spray or oil to prevent the wontons from sticking.
- Take a wonton wrapper and gently press it into the muffin tin, forming a cup shape. Repeat this for all 12 wrappers, ensuring they are snug against the sides of the tin.
- Evenly distribute the buffalo chicken and cream cheese mixture into each wonton cup, filling them generously but not overflowing.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of each filled wonton cup. This will melt and create a delicious, cheesy topping.
- Bake the wonton cups in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the edges of the wonton wrappers are golden brown and crispy.
- Once baked, remove the muffin tin from the oven and let the wonton cups cool for a few minutes.
- Before serving, garnish the tops of the wonton cups with chopped green onions for added flavor and a pop of color.
- Carefully remove the wonton cups from the muffin tin and serve warm. Enjoy your Buffalo Chicken Wonton Cups as a delicious appetizer or snack!
Tips
- Use room temperature cream cheese for easier mixing and smoother filling.
- Don't overfill the wonton wrappers - leave a little space for the cheese to melt.
- For extra crispiness, spray the wonton wrappers lightly with cooking spray before baking.
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick and flavorful shortcut.
- Adjust buffalo sauce quantity based on your spice preference.
- Let the wonton cups cool for a few minutes after baking to help them set and become easier to remove from the tin.
- For a make-ahead option, you can prepare the filling and assemble the cups up to 4 hours before baking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 120kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 10g
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 35mg
