Crispy buffalo chicken with ranch and celery
Buffalo Chicken Wrap
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
15 min
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4
4 wraps
Difficulty
Easy
Cost
Budget
$
Buffalo Chicken Wrap
Crispy buffalo chicken with ranch and celery
★4.8(9)
Crispy breaded chicken tossed in fiery buffalo sauce with cool ranch, crunchy celery, shredded lettuce, and crumbled blue cheese in a warm tortilla. Game-day flavors wrapped up tight.
10m
Prep Time
15m
Cook Time
25m
Total Time
4
Servings
Easy
Difficulty
Budget $
Cost
Sarah Chen
(Updated )
This wrap captures all the magic of buffalo chicken wings in portable form. The hot-cool contrast of spicy buffalo sauce against creamy ranch is simply irresistible.
This is the kind of recipe that defines American home cooking at its best — straightforward, satisfying, and built on flavors that everyone loves.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs chicken tenders, breaded and pan-fried until crispy
- 1/3 cup buffalo hot sauce mixed with 2 tbsp melted butter
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
- 2 stalks celery, diced fine
- Ranch dressing and crumbled blue cheese for topping
Instructions
- 1
Bread chicken tenders in seasoned flour, then pan-fry in oil until golden and crispy, about 4 minutes per side.
- 2
Toss hot crispy chicken in buffalo sauce and melted butter mixture.
- 3
Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for 15 seconds.
- 4
Layer shredded lettuce on each tortilla, top with buffalo chicken, diced celery, ranch, and blue cheese.
- 5
Roll tightly and slice in half; serve with extra ranch for dipping.
Serving Suggestions
Ways to Serve This Dish
Serve with classic coleslaw and cornbread on the side
Pair with fresh-cut fries or roasted potato wedges
Substitutions
Buffalo sauceBBQ sauce or Nashville hot sauce
Both create delicious flavor variations
Blue cheeseExtra ranch or feta crumbles
For those who prefer milder cheese
Tips & Storage
Pro Tips
For a lighter version, use baked or air-fried chicken strips instead of pan-frying.
Frank's RedHot is the classic buffalo sauce base—mix with butter for authentic wing-shop flavor.
Let the protein rest for 5-10 minutes after cooking to allow the juices to redistribute for maximum tenderness.
Season each component individually rather than seasoning at the end — this builds deeper, more complex flavor throughout.
Storage
Keep chicken and wraps separate for up to 2 days. Assemble just before eating.
Reheating
Reheat chicken in the oven at 375°F for 5 minutes to re-crisp before wrapping.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (100mg) · 4 servings
Calories490
LowModerateHigh
A moderate-calorie serving · based on a 2,000 cal daily diet
Protein18g
Carbohydrates36g
Fat34g
Fiber920mg
Sugar2g
Sodium4g
Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I use grilled chicken instead?
- Yes, toss grilled chicken in buffalo sauce for a lighter wrap.
- What makes this less messy?
- Wrap in foil from the bottom up, peeling back as you eat.
About Sarah Chen
Sarah Chen is a professional recipe developer and food editor with over a decade of experience in test kitchens and food media. She trained at the Culinary Institute of America before spending six years developing and testing recipes for national food publications, where she honed her ability to translate restaurant techniques into approachable home cooking. At RecipePool, Sarah leads recipe development, ensuring every dish is tested at least three times for clarity, accuracy, and genuine deliciousness. When she is not in the kitchen, she is browsing farmers markets and collecting vintage cookbooks.
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