Description
These Cheesecake Factory Buffalo Blasts are crispy, golden fried wontons filled with a savory buffalo chicken mixture, perfect as a flavorful appetizer or party snack. Featuring shredded rotisserie chicken, cheesy buffalo sauce filling, and fried to perfection, they’re served best with ranch or blue cheese dressing and fresh celery or carrot sticks.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie chicken)
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or jack and cheddar blend)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: ranch or blue cheese dressing (for creamier filling)
Assembly
- 20 to 24 wonton wrappers (found in the refrigerated section)
For Frying & Serving
- Vegetable or canola oil (for frying, about 2–3 inches deep in pan)
- Ranch or blue cheese dressing (for dipping)
- Carrot sticks or celery sticks (for serving)
Instructions
- Make the Filling: In a medium bowl, combine shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, melted butter, shredded cheese, and black pepper. For a creamier texture, stir in a bit of ranch or blue cheese dressing until well mixed.
- Assemble the Buffalo Blasts: Lay wonton wrappers flat on a clean surface. Place 1 tablespoon of the chicken filling in the center of each wrapper. Lightly brush the edges of the wrapper with water to act as glue, then bring two opposite corners together forming a triangle shape. Press edges firmly to seal completely.
- Heat the Oil: In a deep pan or pot, pour enough vegetable or canola oil to submerge the wontons (about 2–3 inches deep). Heat the oil to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to ensure accurate temperature.
- Fry the Buffalo Blasts: Carefully place 3–4 wontons at a time into the hot oil, avoiding overcrowding. Fry for 2–3 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy on all sides.
- Keep Them Warm: Remove the fried blasts with a slotted spoon and place them on a baking sheet in a preheated oven at about 200°F (93°C) to keep them crispy and warm while finishing the rest.
- Serve: Serve the Buffalo Blasts warm with ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping, accompanied by fresh carrot or celery sticks for a classic touch.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience and a juicy texture.
- Make sure to seal the wonton wrappers tightly to prevent filling from leaking during frying.
- Maintain oil temperature at 350°F for perfect crispiness and to avoid greasy blasts.
- Do not overcrowd the pan while frying to ensure even cooking.
- For a spicier version, add extra buffalo sauce or a dash of cayenne pepper to the filling.
- Leftovers can be reheated in an oven or air fryer to maintain crispiness.
