Name: Buffalo Chicken Wrap
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 14 ounce container of extra-firm or sprouted tofu (press the extra-firm); 1/2 cup buffalo sauce (homemade or bottled); 1 bag Alpha Grilled Chicken Strips; 1/2 cup buffalo sauce (homemade or bottled); 1 small red onion, cut into thin slices; 1 red bell pepper, sliced thin; 2 cups baby kale; 1 avocado, sliced thin; 4 large tortillas or wrap of choice; 1/2 cup Vegan Ranch Dressing (optional); 1/2 cup vegan blue cheese dressing; 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; 1/2 cup vegan ranch dressing for drizzling inside the wraps; 1/2 cup blue cheese dressing for drizzling inside the wraps

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.

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?

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

Pre-heat grill to medium-low
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.
Cook for about 8 minutes on each side
Remove from the grill and place back in the marinade until ready to use.
Then, cut it into strips or cubes

BAKING TOFU IS JUST AS EASY

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

AIR-FRYING TOFU

Simply follow the same pressing and marinating process.
Set air fryer temperature at 375 degrees
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.

LOADING UP ALL THE VEGGIES AND GOODIES FOR THE BUFFALO WRAP

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.

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 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.

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

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4 servings