Description
Delicious and spicy Buffalo Chicken Cupcakes, perfect as a savory appetizer or game day snack. These bite-sized treats combine shredded chicken coated in buffalo wing sauce, creamy layers of ranch or blue cheese dressing, and melted cheddar cheese, all baked to perfection and garnished with crunchy celery and green onions for a fresh finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Buffalo Chicken Mixture
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce
Cream Cheese Mixture
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
Topping & Garnish
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 12 mini muffin liners
- 12 celery sticks, cut into small pieces for garnish
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a mini muffin tin with the mini muffin liners to prepare for baking.
- Mix Buffalo Chicken: In a medium bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken with the buffalo wing sauce, stirring until the chicken is thoroughly coated with the sauce for a spicy, flavorful base.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture: In a separate bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and ranch or blue cheese dressing until the mixture is smooth and creamy, creating a tangy topping.
- Assemble Cupcakes: Fill each mini muffin liner halfway with the buffalo chicken mixture, pressing down lightly to compact it. Then spoon a layer of the cream cheese mixture over the chicken in each liner, followed by a sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake: Place the mini muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cheddar cheese on top is melted and bubbly, indicating the cupcakes are heated through and ready.
- Cool and Garnish: Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool slightly to firm up. Garnish each cupcake with small pieces of celery and chopped green onions if desired, adding crunch and freshness before serving.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of buffalo sauce to control the spiciness; use less for a milder flavor.
- For a creamier and less spicy option, increase the cream cheese and reduce the buffalo sauce.
- Serve with additional ranch or blue cheese dressing on the side for dipping.
