Description
Savor spicy buffalo chicken magic wrapped in a zesty, crisp tortilla that delivers bold flavors with cool, creamy ranch dressing. Quick weeknight meals welcome this simple yet satisfying culinary creation you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast (shredded or diced)
Dairy and Sauce Components:
- 1/4 cup buffalo sauce
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
Fresh Vegetables and Herbs:
- 1 stalk celery (finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup red onion (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 cups shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
Wrap and Dressing:
- 4 large flour tortillas or wraps
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Ranch or blue cheese dressing for drizzling
Instructions
- In a spacious mixing vessel, thoroughly blend shredded chicken with zesty buffalo sauce, creating a fiery foundation for the wrap.
- Incorporate creamy mayonnaise and tangy Greek yogurt, stirring until the mixture achieves a smooth, cohesive consistency.
- Introduce finely diced celery and red onion for crisp texture, then fold in freshly chopped parsley to enhance the flavor profile.
- Season the buffalo chicken mixture with a delicate balance of salt and pepper, adjusting buffalo sauce intensity to personal heat preference.
- Lay out soft flour tortillas on a clean preparation surface, creating a canvas for the upcoming culinary assembly.
- Distribute a generous bed of crisp shredded lettuce along the center of each tortilla, establishing a refreshing base.
- Carefully spoon the spicy chicken blend atop the lettuce, ensuring even coverage across the wrap’s length.
- Sprinkle vibrant shredded carrots and crumble tangy blue cheese over the chicken mixture for added depth and complexity.
- Optional: Drizzle ranch or blue cheese dressing to amplify the wrap’s creamy texture and flavor dimensions.
- Execute a precise folding technique: tuck in tortilla sides, then roll tightly from bottom to top, securing all ingredients within.
- Serve immediately for optimal temperature and texture, or wrap in foil for a convenient portable meal option.
Notes
- Customize spice levels by adjusting buffalo sauce amount, using mild or extra-hot varieties to match personal heat preferences.
- Swap traditional mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a healthier, protein-packed alternative that maintains creamy texture.
- Prepare chicken salad mixture in advance and store refrigerated for quick meal prep during busy weekdays, keeping ingredients fresh for 2-3 days.
- Create gluten-free version by using lettuce wraps or gluten-free tortillas, ensuring everyone can enjoy this delicious recipe regardless of dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Rolling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg