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Buffalo Chicken Wrap

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Buffalo Chicken Wrap

Whenever my son visits, I try to create a new buffalo something he will like. So, today I decided to make a buffalo chicken wrap full of veggies, Vegan Ranch Dressing, and vegan chicken. 

Recently, I tried Alpha Grilled Chik Strips, and my family loved them. Since I am not really a fan of fake meat, I also make buffalo chicken from tofu, as well, so I could eat.

Regardless if you prefer the Alpha Grilled Chik Strips or the buffalo tofu, this wrap is delicious. There's just something about buffalo sauce and flavor combined with veggies and grilled to perfection. 

WHAT IS A GREAT BUFFALO SAUCE FOR BUFFALO CHICKEN WRAP?

Now, it’s time to discuss sauce. Yes, I do make my own sauce, but I also have my favorite bottled brands I recommend.

OIL-FREE BUFFALO SAUCE 

  • Raw cashews, soaked overnight in water and drained
  • Water
  • Apple cider vinegar
  • Cayenne pepper hot sauce (I used Noble Made by New Primal)
  • Maple syrup
  • Tamari  (gluten-free option)or soy sauce
  • Lime juice
  • Garlic powder
  • Smoked paprika

Just blend together, and BAM oil-free buffalo sauce. For those who prefer a more simple version, or a no nut version, here are my suggestions.

By far, my favorite plant-based buffalo sauce is Noble Made Buffalo Sauce. Not only does this buffalo sauce come in mild, medium, and hot, but it also is gluten-free, soy-free, and sugar-free.

noble made buffalo sauce

As far as store-bought vegan brands, I like these:

As a side note, if you make your own buffalo sauce, remember buffalo is hot! There are, however, mild versions of buffalo sauce, so taste as you make it. 

WHAT INGREDIENTS ARE NEEDED FOR A BUFFALO CHICKEN WRAP?

buffalo chicken wrap layers

  • Tortilla of choice (gluten-free, oil-free, the larger the better)
  • Shredded carrots
  • Red onions
  • Red bell peppers
  • Vegan Ranch Dressing or Vegan Blue Cheese Dressing
  • Buffalo 'chicken' or Buffalo tofu (see recipe card)
  • Avocado slices
  • Homemade or bottled buffalo sauce

BUFFALO TOFU VS. BUFFALO CHICKEN STRIPS

Even though my kids love Alpha Grilled Chik Strips, I also made buffalo tofu, for those of us who don't like fake meat. As a result, you have choices based on your personal preference. 

BUFFALO TOFU 

If making buffalo tofu, however, I suggest using extra-firm or sprouted tofu. Sprouted tofu, for example, does not require pressing, but extra-firm tofu must be pressed for Grilling, Baking, Air-frying, or Cooking in a Skillet. 

Then, the tofu should be marinated in buffalo sauce overnight, for optimal flavor absorption. Next, the tofu can be grilled, baked, or air-fried, depending on your equipment and choice. 

GRILLING INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Pre-heat grill to medium-low
  2. Place a grill mat on the grill (you can also use a grill pan, or if you are careful, you can place the tofu directly on the grill.
  3. Cook for about 8 minutes on each side
  4. Remove from the grill and place back in the marinade until ready to use.
  5. Then, cut it into strips or cubes

BAKING TOFU IS JUST AS EASY

  1. Simply follow the same pressing and marinating process.
  2. Then, preheat the oven to 400 degrees
  3. Place cut or uncut tofu on a silicone baking mat or parchment paper
  4. Cook for 15 minutes
  5. Remove from oven and flip tofu over; cook for an additional 15 minutes.

AIR-FRYING TOFU

  1. Simply follow the same pressing and marinating process.
  2. Set air fryer temperature at 375 degrees
  3. Cook 10-15 minutes, shaking the basket a couple of times through the cooking process

BUFFALO 'CHICKEN'

The Alpha Grilled Chik Strips, although technically precooked, is easily heated in a skillet with buffalo sauce. Obviously, this method is quick and easy and does not require overnight marinating. 

alpha chicken for buffalo chicken wrap

LOADING UP ALL THE VEGGIES AND GOODIES FOR THE BUFFALO WRAP

Buffalo Chicken Wrap ingredients

Once the buffalo chicken wrap is loaded with veggies and love, simply pull in both sides (like a burrito) and tightly roll the chicken wrap keeping all the ingredients tightly packed. 

COOKING OR NOT COOKING THE BUFFALO CHICKEN WRAP (CHOICES...CHOICES)

Depending on your preference, the wrap can be served cold or hot. But, I like it hot, so I'm grilling my wraps today. 

Similar to any of my grilled sandwiches, the buffalo chicken wrap can be cooked on the stove in a non-stick pan or I like my Cuisinart 5-1 Grill/Panini Maker. 

Sometimes, depending on how many people I'm cooking for, I use both the pan and the panini maker, so all the sandwiches are ready at the same time. 

buffalo chicken wrap grilled

Next, I cut the buffalo chicken wrap in half and serve with extra buffalo sauce, Vegan Ranch Dressing, or Vegan Blue Cheese Dressing (whichever you prefer).

vegan ranch dressing

Vegan Ranch Dressing

vegan blue cheese dressing served

Vegan Blue Cheese Dressing

According to the men in my house, my Vegan Blue Cheese Dressing recipe is the real deal. Before eating plant-based, I didn’t like blue cheese, so I am not an expert.

But, the boys, who formerly ate Buffalo Wild Wings (gross) say this is the BEST vegan blue cheese! So, I assume the former carnivores know their stuff. 

Next, choose a great side dish you add to your plate. My kids, for instance, love Baked Tater Tots, so I made tots and a large salad. 

Buffalo Chicken Wrap Served

Without a doubt, this buffalo chicken wrap is a keeper. The kids, who are sometimes picky, raved about is and the Baked Tater Tots! 

IF YOU LOVE SCRUMPTIOUS VEGAN WRAPS, CHECK OUT THESE RECIPES

Buffalo Chicken Wrap
Yield: 4 servings

Buffalo Chicken Wrap

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

If you love buffalo sauce you will love this vegan version of a buffalo chicken wrap. Choose buffalo tofu or buffalo 'chicken' smothered in buffalo sauce and layered with vegetables with vegan ranch or vegan blue cheese. Then, choose to eat it cold, or grill the buffalo chicken wrap for a fabulous crunchy sandwich.

Ingredients

Buffalo Tofu (Optional)

  • 1 14 ounce container of extra-firm or sprouted tofu (press the extra-firm)
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce (homemade or bottled)

Buffalo 'Chicken' (Optional)

1 cup carrots, shredded

OIL-FREE BUFFALO SAUCE or a store-bought sauce of choice

  • 1/4 cup raw cashews, soaked overnight in water and drained
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 cup cayenne pepper hot sauce (I used Noble Made by New Primal)
  • 1 1/2 Tablespoon pure maple syrup
  • 1 Tablespoon tamari or soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

Vegan Ranch Dressing (Optional)

Vegan Blue Cheese Dressing

Instructions

Buffalo Tofu (optional)

  1. Press tofu and cut into 4 equal slabs
  2. In a refrigerator safe container, marinate in 1/2 cup of buffalo sauce (homemade or bottled)
  3. Marinate overnight for best results

Tofu Cooking Options

GRILLING INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Pre-heat grill to medium-low
  2. Place a grill mat on the grill (you can also use a grill pan, or if you are careful, you can place the tofu directly on the grill.
  3. Cook for about 8 minutes on each side
  4. Remove from the grill and place back in the marinade until ready to use.
  5. Then, cut it into strips or cubes

BAKING TOFU IS JUST AS EASY

  1. Simply follow the same pressing and marinating process.
  2. Then, preheat the oven to 400 degrees
  3. Place cut or uncut tofu on a silicone baking mat or parchment paper
  4. Cook for 15 minutes
  5. Remove from oven and flip tofu over; cook for an additional 15 minutes.

AIR-FRYING TOFU

  1. Simply follow the same pressing and marinating process.
  2. Set air fryer temperature at 375 degrees
  3. Cook 10-15 minutes, shaking the basket a couple of times through the cooking process

Buffalo 'Chicken' (Alpha Grilled Strips)

  1. In a skillet, pour the contents of the frozen grilled chik strips into the pan and cook over medium-low.
  2. If the chik strips begin to stick use a small amount of water or vegetable broth; stir
  3. When heated through, add 1/2 cup buffalo sauce.
  4. Stir until combined.
  5. Remove from heat and set aside.

VEGAN RANCH OR VEGAN BLUE CHEESE (Choose 1 or none)

  1. 1/2 cup of Vegan ranch dressing or
  2. 1/2 cup vegan blue cheese dressing

Preparing the buffalo chicken wraps

  1. Use a skillet or a panini maker (preheat the panini maker to 375 or medium) if using a skillet, heat to medium-low
  2. Lay a tortilla on a flat surface
  3. In the center, add 1/4 of the buffalo tofu or chicken
  4. Add 1/4 of the onions, carrots, baby kale, and red bell peppers
  5. Drizzle in the center with vegan ranch or vegan blue cheese
  6. Then, add avocado slices
  7. Fold the sides of the tortilla in, and food tightly, keeping the ingredients in the center of the tortilla.
  8. Repeat the process, making 4 buffalo chicken wraps.
  9. Place in the center of a skillet or panini maker seam side down (this will help seal the wrap together)
  10. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until brown. Flip over in the skillet. If using a panini maker, it will cook evenly without having the flip over.
  11. Remove from the skillet/panini maker and cut in half.
  12. I served with extra buffalo sauce and ranch/blue cheese
  13. Also, I served with baked tater tots

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Nutrition Information

Yield

4 servings

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 481Total Fat 4gSaturated Fat 1gTrans Fat 1gUnsaturated Fat 3gCholesterol 150mgSodium 462mgCarbohydrates 54gFiber 16gSugar 10gProtein 48g

Nutrition facts may not be 100% accurate.

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© Kathy Carmichael
Cuisine: American / Category: Sandwiches

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  1. Steve

    Looks amazing

    Reply

    • Kathy Carmichael

      Thank you. I hope you enjoy the recipe.

      Reply

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