Sunday, June 12, 2011

Buffalo Chicken Wraps


   This past week I did something a little daring, a little crazy, some may even go as far as flew off the handle.  Bum bum ba bum.... I tried out a new recipe for the first time, not just on my dearly beloved, but on two unknowing friends.  The result?  Pretty dang exciting... said in a Nacho Libre voice.  I was a little worried with the overwhelming smell of buffalo sauce enveloping the house, but luckily they were a hit!  What can I say?  I live life on the wild side.  AND they were a SINCH to make and super yummy - how's that for refined?  Oh, did I mention cheap?  I mean come. on.  Tortillas, ranch dressing, lettuce, and chicken breast?  Definitely won't break the bank.  So here she blows!  Or rolls.... for that lack of a better word.

Ingredients:

  • 1 extra large flour tortilla per person
  • 1 chicken breast per person (this seemed like a lot to me too, but it worked out with just a little leftover)
  • 2 small heads of romaine, julienned
  • Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
  • Ranch Dressing (we used non-fat to be extra conscientious) 
  • Buffalo Sauce Marinade (we used Ken's, it was on sale)

Prep:

  1. Dice raw chicken into one-inch cubes
  2. Place in marinating dish or glass baking dish.
  3. Pour marinade over top and toss.
  4. Let stand for at least one hour.
  5. DO NOT marinade over night - the acidity will turn the meat into a buffalo ceviche = not good.
  6. Add one cup of flour to marinade and stir well - this should thicken the sauce but not clump it.
  7. Cook in greased skillet on high for 2 minutes.
  8. Reduce heat to medium low, cover and allow to cook for another 10-12 minutes or until all pinkness is cooked out - taste check.
  9. Remove from heat.
  10. Build your wrap!
    1. Open tortilla.
    2. Fill with meat & lettuce.
    3. Sprinkle cheese on top.
    4. Add ranch dressing or pour on the side to dip.
    5. Enjoy! 
*Optional: 
  • add diced tomatoes for more color and flavor building (we're tomato haters)
  • serve on spinach, tomato or whole wheat tortillas for a more healthy choice
  • double batter and deep fry chicken for a more crunchy texture

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