Spicy Buffalo Chicken Wrap

A quick, hand‑held wrap loaded with spicy buffalo chicken, crisp greens, and creamy sauce—perfect for lunch or dinner.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Spicy, tangy buffalo flavor.
• Portable and easy to eat.
• Ideal for cook‑ahead lunches or picnics.

ingredients

(Tip: You can find the complete list of ingredients and their measurements in the recipe card below.)

• Chicken breast or thighs, diced
• Buffalo sauce
• Tortilla wraps
• Lettuce, cilantro or parsley
• Ranch or blue cheese dressing

directions

1. Cook chicken in oil until browned.
2. Add buffalo sauce; simmer until chicken is coated.
3. Warm tortillas briefly in pan.
4. Spread dressing on wrap, add lettuce, chicken, cilantro, and roll up.

Servings and timing

• Servings: 4 wraps
• Prep: 10 minutes
• Cook: 10 minutes
• Total: 20 minutes

Variations

• Use grilled or shredded chicken.
• Swap wrap for flatbread, pita, or lettuce leaves.
• Add cheese, avocado, or slaw.

storage/reheating

• Cooked chicken can be refrigerated up to 3 days.
• Assemble wraps fresh to avoid soggy tortillas.
• Reheat chicken in microwave or skillet before wrapping.

FAQs

Can I make it mild?

Yes—reduce buffalo sauce or add more dressing.

Can I freeze assembled wraps?

Not recommended—tortilla becomes soggy. Freeze filling separate.

What dressing works best?

Ranch or blue cheese complements buffalo flavor.

Can I use pre‑cooked chicken?

Yes—toss it in sauce until heated.

Are these gluten‑free?

Use corn or gluten‑free tortillas and check sauce ingredients.

How spicy will it be?

Moderately spicy; adjust buffalo sauce to control heat.

Can I add veggies?

Yes—include bell peppers, carrots, or slaw for crunch.

Can I meal prep?

Yes—store chicken ready to warm, assemble quickly later.

Can I turn this into a salad?

Absolutely—serve chicken on greens with dressing and toppings.

Can I use ground chicken?

Yes—just crumble and cook through before saucing.

Conclusion

This spicy buffalo chicken wrap is easy, full‑flavored, and versatile. It’s perfect for busy days or casual entertaining.

Spicy Buffalo Chicken Wrap

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A quick, hand-held wrap loaded with spicy buffalo chicken, crisp greens, and creamy sauce—perfect for lunch or dinner.

• Author: Emma Harper
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Yield: 4 wraps 1x
• Category: Main Course
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Halal

Ingredients

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• 500g chicken breast or thighs, diced
• 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
• 4 tortilla wraps
• 1 cup chopped lettuce
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro or parsley
• 1/2 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
• 1 tbsp olive oil

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Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes.
2. Stir in buffalo sauce and simmer for 2 minutes to coat the chicken thoroughly.
3. Warm the tortilla wraps in a dry skillet or microwave for 15–20 seconds until soft and pliable.
4. Spread dressing onto each tortilla. Add lettuce, cooked buffalo chicken, and chopped herbs.
5. Roll up tightly, slice in half, and serve immediately or wrap in foil for later.

Notes

• Substitute with grilled or leftover shredded chicken for faster prep.
• Use lettuce wraps instead of tortillas for a low-carb version.
• Add shredded cheese, avocado, or slaw for more flavor and texture.
• Keep filling and wraps separate until ready to serve to avoid sogginess.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 wrap
• Calories: 430
• Sugar: 2g
• Sodium: 790mg
• Fat: 20g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 34g
• Fiber: 2g
• Protein: 29g
• Cholesterol: 90mg