Wrapped Buffalo Chicken Bites

Health score
1%
Wrapped Buffalo Chicken Bites
35 min.
12
324kcal

Suggestions

If you’re looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that combines bold flavor with irresistible comfort, Wrapped Buffalo Chicken Bites are the perfect choice. These golden pockets of spicy, cheesy goodness are ready in just 35 minutes, making them ideal for parties, game nights, or whenever you want to impress guests with minimal effort. The creamy blend of cream cheese, ranch, and hot sauce creates a tangy filling that pairs beautifully with tender chicken chunks, while the buttery crescent roll wrapping ensures every bite is flaky and satisfying.

What makes these bites so special is the balance of textures and flavors. The smooth cream cheese filling is punctuated by minced onion and a hint of garlic, giving depth to the fiery kick of buffalo sauce. A sprinkle of shredded Cheddar on top adds a gooey finish that melts into the buttery crust as it bakes. Served hot from the oven, they deliver a mouthwatering aroma that will have everyone gathering around the tray before you even set it down.

With 12 servings, these bites are perfect for sharing, whether as antipasti, a starter, or a snack. At 324 calories each, they’re indulgent enough to feel like a treat but still manageable for party portions. If you love the classic taste of buffalo chicken wings but want something less messy and more elegant, these Wrapped Buffalo Chicken Bites are a must-try. They’re proof that simple ingredients can come together to create something unforgettable.

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter melted
  • 15 ounce chicken chunks drained canned
  • ounce cream cheese softened
  • 0.3 teaspoon garlic powder 
  • 0.5 cup hot sauce 
  • 0.3 cup onion minced
  • 0.3 teaspoon onion powder 
  • 0.3 cup ranch dressing 
  • 16 ounce crescent rolls refrigerated
  • 0.5 cup cheddar cheese shredded or as needed

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. Mix cream cheese, hot sauce, ranch dressing, onion, garlic powder, and onion powder together in a bowl; fold in chicken.
  3. Roll crescent roll dough onto a work surface, pressing dough into a thin layer without tearing.
  4. Cut 3-inch pieces out of dough using a biscuit cutter. Spoon about 1 tablespoon cream cheese mixture into the center of each dough piece. Pull dough over filling and press into other edge of dough; crimp edges together using a fork.
  5. Arrange pockets on a baking sheet.
  6. Brush each pocket with butter and sprinkle with Cheddar cheese.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories324kcal
Protein15.43%
Fat63.41%
Carbs21.16%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.33
Glycemic Load
0.38
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
4.8117391505967%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.17mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.68mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:324.23kcal
16.21%
Fat:23.26g
35.78%
Saturated Fat:10.48g
65.47%
Carbohydrates:17.46g
5.82%
Net Carbohydrates:17.36g
6.31%
Sugar:5.01g
5.57%
Cholesterol:47.83mg
15.94%
Sodium:882.22mg
38.36%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:12.74g
25.47%
Selenium:9.71µg
13.88%
Phosphorus:108.32mg
10.83%
Vitamin C:7.74mg
9.38%
Vitamin A:440.2IU
8.8%
Vitamin K:8.44µg
8.04%
Zinc:1.18mg
7.89%
Vitamin B12:0.46µg
7.64%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.71%
Calcium:60.32mg
6.03%
Iron:1.04mg
5.78%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.19%
Vitamin B3:0.9mg
4.52%
Vitamin E:0.49mg
3.26%
Potassium:106.97mg
3.06%
Magnesium:10.93mg
2.73%
Vitamin B5:0.19mg
1.86%
Copper:0.03mg
1.42%
Folate:4.96µg
1.24%
Source:Allrecipes