Description

Buffalo Blitz Bites are flavorful, bite-sized puff pastry cups filled with a spicy mixture of rotisserie chicken, cream cheese, cheddar, and blue cheese, topped with a zesty carrot and celery slaw and served with cool ranch dressing. Perfect as a savory appetizer or party snack with a delightful combo of creamy, tangy, and spicy flavors baked to golden perfection.

Ingredients

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Slaw

1 large carrot, peeled, grated (optional)
1 large stalk celery, thinly sliced
2 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar
Kosher salt, to taste

Filling

6 oz. cream cheese, softened
6 Tbsp. unsalted butter, melted
1/3 cup hot sauce
1 1/2 tsp. store-bought or homemade Cajun seasoning
2 1/4 cups chopped rotisserie chicken (about 12 oz.)
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup blue cheese crumbles, plus more for serving
4 Tbsp. sliced chives, divided

Pastry & Garnish

All-purpose flour, for surface
1 (8 1/2-oz.) sheet puff pastry
Cooking spray
Ranch dressing, for serving

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Instructions

Prepare Vegetable Slaw: Preheat the oven to 450°F. In a small bowl, toss together the grated carrot, thinly sliced celery, apple cider vinegar, and a pinch of kosher salt. Set this slaw mixture aside until ready to serve to add a fresh, tangy crunch to the bites.
Make the Filling: In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, melted unsalted butter, hot sauce, and Cajun seasoning. Stir until smooth and well combined. Then gently fold in the chopped rotisserie chicken, shredded cheddar, blue cheese crumbles, and 3 tablespoons of sliced chives, ensuring the mixture is evenly distributed.
Prepare Puff Pastry: Lightly flour a clean surface and roll the puff pastry sheet out to approximately a 12 by 10-inch rectangle. Using a bench scraper or a sharp knife, divide the dough evenly into 12 squares to fit into a standard muffin tin.
Assemble Bites: Lightly spray a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray. Place one puff pastry square into each muffin cup, pressing gently to line the bottom and sides. Spoon the chicken filling evenly into each pastry-lined cup.
Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 17 to 20 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and the filling is bubbling hot. After baking, allow the bites to cool in the tin for 5 to 10 minutes to set.
Serve: Transfer the Buffalo Blitz Bites to a serving platter. Top each bite with a spoonful of the prepared carrot-celery slaw and sprinkle with the remaining 1 tablespoon of sliced chives and additional blue cheese crumbles, if desired. Serve alongside ranch dressing for dipping.

Notes

You can substitute rotisserie chicken with leftover cooked chicken or store-bought shredded chicken for convenience.
Adjust the amount of hot sauce to control the spice level according to your preference.
For a crisper slaw, prepare the carrot and celery mixture shortly before serving.
If puff pastry is frozen, thaw it completely in the refrigerator before rolling and baking.
These bites are best served warm but can be reheated gently in a low oven or air fryer.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 bites
Calories: 290
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 520mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0.2g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 13g
Cholesterol: 65mg