Description
Buffalo Blitz Bites are a deliciously spicy and cheesy appetizer perfect for game days and parties. These bite-sized treats combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, buffalo sauce, cheddar, and blue cheese, all wrapped in flaky crescent roll dough and baked to golden perfection. Serve warm with ranch or blue cheese dressing for a crowd-pleasing snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Buffalo Chicken Filling
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup hot buffalo sauce
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup crumbled blue cheese (optional)
- 2 green onions, chopped
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Dough and Toppings
- 1 tube refrigerated crescent roll dough or puff pastry
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Optional
- Ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Prepare Filling: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, softened cream cheese, hot buffalo sauce, shredded cheddar cheese, optional blue cheese, chopped green onions, and garlic powder. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well blended into a smooth, spicy mixture.
- Shape Bites: Roll out the crescent roll dough or puff pastry on a clean surface. Cut the dough into 2- to 3-inch squares or triangles, depending on the dough shape. Place about 1 tablespoon of the buffalo chicken mixture in the center of each dough piece.
- Seal and Arrange: Carefully fold or roll the dough around the filling, pinching the edges to seal the bites completely. Place the sealed bites seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet to maintain shape during baking.
- Apply Egg Wash: Brush the tops of each bite with the beaten egg. This adds a golden, glossy finish once baked.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the dough is puffed and golden brown. This ensures the filling is warmed through and the exterior is crisp.
- Serve: Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Serve the Buffalo Blitz Bites warm with ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping, enhancing the spicy flavors with a creamy contrast.
Notes
- Great for game day, parties, or spicy snack lovers.
- Can be made ahead and reheated for convenience.
- Rotisserie chicken works well to save time.
- Blue cheese is optional depending on preference.
- Use crescent roll dough for a softer crust or puff pastry for flakier texture.
