Healthy Buffalo Chicken Wrap

A healthy Buffalo Chicken Wrap that includes juicy chicken breast layered on crunchy fresh celery, topped with low-fat crumbled blue cheese and Greek yogurt.

Buffalo wings are one of my favorite appetizers. The problem is they aren’t exactly the most nutritious item on the menu. That’s why I designed this healthy buffalo chicken wrap you can make at home.

Spicy sauce combined with Greek yogurt is the perfect combination. Sprinkle on a little low-fat crumbled blue cheese and you’ve got a low calorie meal that tastes just as good.

You can easily make this wrap with oven-baked, pan fried, or slow cooker chicken breast. That’s why meal prep is so important. The possibilities are endless when meat is cooked ahead of time.

Ingredients

Chicken breast: This sets the foundation for a buffalo chicken wrap. I used boneless skinless chicken breast for this recipe, because it’s so lean. Just remember to slice it up into small cubes, so the wrap is easier to make.

Extra Large Tortilla: Choosing the right tortilla is totally up to you. I prefer to use a flour variety, so it doesn’t fall apart when rolling up the wrap. It’s important to pick a size that’s large enough to fit all of your ingredients.

Greek Yogurt: Plain non-fat Greek yogurt replaces the heavy blue cheese dressing used in most buffalo chicken wraps. This ingredient not only blends well with spicy sauce, but it also adds additional protein to the wrap.

Reduced Fat Blue Cheese: Using reduced fat blue cheese is a great option if you want to build a wrap similar to the traditional version. It adds just enough flavor without overloading your meal with too much fat and calories.

Buffalo Sauce: Some people like a ton of heat when making anything spicy (I’m not one of those people). Mild buffalo wing sauce is just the right amount of spice for me. Keep an eye on these sauces, as they can add up in fat.

Veggies: Buffalo wings are usually paired with celery and carrots. I opted for celery, diced tomatoes, and shredded lettuce instead. If you decide to use carrots, I recommend getting the shredded kind for this wrap.

Instructions

Making a healthy buffalo chicken wrap is so easy. You can scroll down to the recipe card for more instructions. Here’s an overview of the general steps:

Begin by placing your extra large tortilla on a plate. I highly recommend using a flour tortilla, because they are much less likely to break during the rolling process.

But if you decide to use a corn tortilla, try heating it first. Corn tortillas are more likely to fall apart when cold, so it helps to warm them up in the microwave before moving on.

Add Greek yogurt to the middle of your tortilla. Make sure it’s evenly spread before adding your buffalo chicken. Then add celery, diced tomatoes, and shredded lettuce.

Try keeping the ingredients in a line down the center of your tortilla, as this will help when rolling the wrap. Finish up by sprinkling crumbled blue cheese on top of the vegetables.

Fold the tortilla sides inwards to prevent your wrap from falling apart when you eat it. Then, roll the wrap over the filling and tuck in the tortilla edges inside. Continue rolling until your wrap is seam side down.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What does a buffalo chicken wrap contain?

A traditional buffalo chicken wrap contains buffalo chicken, lettuce, blue cheese dressing, and celery. Many varieties add shredded carrots to the wraps, just like wings.

• How spicy is buffalo chicken?

This totally depends on the type of sauce you’re using. I went with a mild buffalo wing sauce for this recipe, because I don’t like too much spice. But you can add more heat if you like!

• Is a buffalo chicken wrap good for weight loss?

Yes! You can craft this recipe to meet your specific dietary needs. For example, if this buffalo chicken wrap has too many calories for you, cut it in half and save the rest for later.

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