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Switching up Thursday nights with these Folded Crispy Buffalo Chicken Wraps. Shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, herbs, lettuce, and a little cheddar cheese, all folded up in wraps, then pan-fried until warm and crispy. These easy wraps come together in minutes, they’re crunchy on the outside, and spicy and cheesy inside. Serve with the most deliciously creamy, jalapeño lime ranch, and additional buffalo sauce. Great for both lunch and dinner, but equally fun for game night too!
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Look, I’m not usually one to jump on trends, especially a food trend, but this folded wrap thing that’s going around on TikTok? It’s basically a new form of a quesadilla…and it’s a pretty genius idea. Have you guys seen it? You just take a tortilla, divide up your fillings between the four quarters of the wrap, then fold it all together into a triangle.
Confused? Sorry, that probably makes no sense above, but if you look at my photos below, hopefully, you’ll understand. It is very easy!
Anyway, I’m not really on TikTok, though I probably should be, but when I saw this folded wrap concept, I instantly had the idea to create a buffalo chicken wrap. Instead of hesitating and second-guessing myself (like I always do), I just made a few to see how they might turn out. And you know, not only was it really easy to do, but it was fun. And the buffalo chicken filling sure is delicious.
So I decided I’d create the recipe here for you. Thank you TikTok for inspiring this one!
(the four corners of the wrap)
Aside from TikTok inspiring this recipe, I also drew some inspo from my younger brother, Red. He’s in town all month and he loves any food doused in a little buffalo sauce. Every time he’s here in Colorado, he begs me to make him buffalo cauliflower. It’s one of his favorite dinners.
I’m the biggest sucker when it comes to my brothers and the need to please them whenever they ask for food, especially Red. I just love when they’re excited to have me cook for them!
Since I knew Red would be around, I figured a buffalo chicken wrap was really the only way to go. It was the right move. My family devoured these. My dad said it’s all about the crispy tortillas, the cheese, and the sauces. Altogether…delicious!
(first fold)
(second fold)
(third fold)
Making these folded wraps is easy, here is how I do it…
First things first, start with the buffalo chicken. I shredded up a couple of chicken breasts and tossed them with homemade buffalo sauce, yogurt (for creaminess), and fresh herbs. Most buffalo chicken dip/fillings are made with cream cheese, but I wanted to make these wraps on the healthier side, so I swapped in yogurt. Worked just perfectly.
Once the filling is mixed, mix up a quick homemade ranch….but don’t make it your average ranch.
I used fresh cilantro and plenty of lime in place of the usual herb mix and stirred in some pickled jalapeños for a spicy, tangy kick. This is the perfect sauce to swirl into each wrap.
Now assemble.
I took a lot of photos so you could see how this is done, but guys it’s easy. You make a cut down the center of your tortillas, then add the chicken to one corner, and the greens to another corner, and finally the cheese to another. Fold it all up, then pan-fry.
So you’ve got….
One-quarter of buffalo chicken.
Another quarter wrap of greens n’ things.
A quarter full of ranch.
And finally a quarter full of cheese.
Fold it all up into one triangle.
As the wraps cook, the cheese on the outer layer melts out a bit and the most magical thing happens. The cheese melts onto the skillet and becomes crispy and almost fried. It’s really good.
And then, everything else cooks together into a wrap that’s crispy on the outside, but cheesy and saucy inside.
The verdict? Red said he probably likes these more than buffalo chicken. They’re a mix of two of his favorite foods, buffalo chicken and quesadillas, so naturally, he loved these. As did everyone else. They’re pretty hard to beat.
Nothing fancy, just really delicious food. Excited to have this recipe on hand for an easy dinner. It’s just one of those meals that everyone loves!
Looking for other fun sandwiches? Here are my favorites:
Healthier Homemade Crunchwrap Supreme
Everything Cheddar Tomato Bacon Grilled Cheese
Lastly, if you make these Folded Crispy Buffalo Chicken Wraps. be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
Folded Crispy Buffalo Chicken Wraps
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked shredded chicken
- 1/4 cup plain greek yogurt
- 1/3 cup buffalo sauce, (homemade sauce in notes)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 4 large (burrito size) whole wheat or gluten-free tortillas
- 2 cups shredded romaine lettuce
- 1-2 jalapeño or poblano pepper, chopped
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
- olive oil, for cooking
Jalapeño Ranch
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 cup pickled jalapeños chopped + 2 tablespoons brine
- juice from 1 lime
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- 1. In a bowl, combine the chicken, yogurt, buffalo sauce, chives, parsley, and dill.2. To make the ranch. Combine all ingredients in a bowl. 3. To assemble, cut down from the center of the tortilla to the edge (see above photo). Spread the chicken in the bottom left corner, then add a handful of the lettuce, jalapeño/poblano pepper, and green onions on the top left corner. Spread the ranch on the top right corner, and the cheese on the bottom right corner (see photos for visuals). Fold the buffalo chicken over the lettuce. Then, working clock-wise, folding that quarter over the ranch. And finally, fold that quarter over the cheese. 4. Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a skillet, add 1 wrap and cook 2-3 minutes per side until crisp and golden brown. Serve warm with extra buffalo sauce, ranch, and lettuce.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
Did you make this recipe? Please rate & comment below.
This ingenious recipe is my husband’s new favorite! So easy and so flavorful. Although we’ve tried other variations (turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, and cheese), this remains the favorite! They reheat well too!
Hi Jude,
Fantastic! Love hearing that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks for giving it a try. xTieghan
How did you make the shredded chicken?
Hi Melissa,
You can use a rotisserie chicken and shred that, you could also just bake some chicken breasts in the oven and shred those. It’s really up to you:) I hope you love the recipe, please let me know if you give it a try! xTieghan
Can’t wait to make these. What kind of hot sauce do you use?
Hi Rachel,
My family likes Frank’s Red Hot. Please let me know if you give the recipe a try, I hope you love it! xTieghan
Amazing!!! My fiancé’s favorite thing I’ve ever cooked!
Hi Allison,
Fantastic! Love hearing that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks for giving it a try. xTieghan
It was delicious and easy to make! I had a lil but of everything left over so I made a quesadilla then smothered it in buffalo sauce, sooo good 🙂
What is the measurement please for the hot sauce? 1/2 of….? C?
Thanks!
Hey Erica,
Yes, you will want to use 1/c cup of hot sauce. I hope this recipe turns out amazing for you, please let me know if you give it a try! xTieghan
Super fast, easy & so yummy!
Subbed sour cream for the Greek yogurt (my fiancé doesn’t like Greek yogurt) and regular ranch for the jalapeño – lol!
Hey Anya,
Happy Wednesday! Thanks so much for making this recipe, I am thrilled that it was enjoyed! xTieghan
Any tips on substituting chicken? I would like to make this vegetarian, thanks!
Hi Heather,
Cauliflower would work well here in place of the chicken. Please let me know if you give the recipe a try, I hope you love it! xTieghan
These were really really good and even easier than I thought they would be to assemble! I wasn’t sure I was going to like the jalapeno ranch in there and I loooved it. So tasty
Hey Nicole,
Happy Sunday! I am so glad this recipe was enjoyed, thanks a lot for making it! xxTieghan
This was delicious and very filling! I loved using greek yogurt as the base for the dressing. However, all I could taste was the tartness of the greek yogurt. No other flavors that were mixed in came through. Any suggestions?
Hey Elizabeth,
Thanks for giving the recipe a try, maybe try sour cream next time or increase your seasonings. I hope this helps! xTieghan
Do you have a favorite or recommended brand of burrito sized gluten free tortillas?
Hey Emily,
Yes, Siete makes some that I love! I hope you love this recipe, please let me know if you give it a try! xTieghan
My family loved these! New family favorite!!!
Hey Sherry,
I am so so glad to hear that this recipe was enjoyed and I appreciate you giving it a try!! xxTieghan
Looking forward to making this recipe for dinner tonight! I only have fresh jalapeño not pickled, do you think it would work or is there anything i could add to help create a similar effect? Thanks! Love your Instagram and recipes, my brother and i live far apart and we bond over cooking your recipes 🙂
Hey Liz,
Here is my recipe for pickling veggies: https://www.halfbakedharvest.com/farmers-market-pickled-crudite-platter/
I hope you love the recipe, please let me know if you give it a try! xTieghan
If subbing blue cheese, how much should I use?! Thank you, can’t wait to make this tomorrow
Hey Dana,
I would just use the amount to your liking. I hope you love the recipe, please let me know if you give it a try! xTieghan
This wrap is BUSSIN! I made my own buffalo sauce using the suggested recipe and everything. It was so good, my lactose intolerant husband made sure I added this to the regular meal plan choice list I have going and I did not hesitate. A++ Delicious
Hey Ellyn,
Thanks so much for making this recipe, I am delighted that it was enjoyed! Have a great weekend! xTieghan
This is our new favorite way to use left over chicken! My husband loves it!
We have a lot of left over ranch when I make it, how long would it stay fresh in the fridge?
Hey Bonnie,
Awesome! So glad this recipe was enjoyed, thanks for making it! I would keep in the fridge for no more than 4 days. xTieghan
This was delicious! I have three sons in their 20’s and they loved this. One actually ate 5 of them. Full of labor and hearty! Thanks for your creativity in the kitchen!
Hey Ann,
That is so awesome this recipe was enjoyed, thanks for making it! Happy Friday! xTieghan