Ingredients
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup buttermilk (or substitute with 1 cup milk + 1 tablespoon lemon juice)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste for spice)
- 1 cup buffalo wing sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch size)
- 1 cup shredded lettuce (romaine or iceberg for crunch)
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/4 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
- Vegetable oil, for frying (about 2 cups)
If you’re aiming for a lighter version, you can bake the chicken instead of frying. Also, swapping in gluten-free flour or tortillas works great if you need a gluten-free option. My kids love extra cheese in theirs, so feel free to add more or experiment with different kinds of greens like spinach or arugula for a peppery twist.
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts between two sheets of parchment paper and gently pound them to about 1/2-inch thickness for even cooking.
- Pour the buttermilk into a shallow bowl. In another shallow bowl, whisk together flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- Dip each chicken breast into the buttermilk, letting the excess drip off, then dredge thoroughly in the flour mixture, pressing lightly to coat well.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (use a kitchen thermometer if you have one). Carefully add the coated chicken breasts and fry for about 5-6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165°F.
- Remove chicken from oil and place on a wire rack or paper towels to drain excess oil.
- While the chicken is still warm, brush both sides generously with buffalo wing sauce. This seals in the heat and flavor.
- Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for a few seconds to make them pliable.
- Assemble the wraps by layering shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, buffalo chicken, shredded cheese, and a drizzle of ranch or blue cheese dressing.
- Roll the tortilla tightly, folding in the sides as you go to prevent fillings from falling out.
- Slice each wrap in half and serve immediately for the best crunch and flavor.
One little tip I picked up from my grandmother’s kitchen: letting the chicken rest for a minute after frying keeps the coating crisp and prevents sogginess. Also, brushing the buffalo sauce on warm chicken rather than soaking it keeps that perfect crunchy texture we all crave.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International