Mini Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Wraps

Recipe makes 6 servings  

Ingredients:

For the chicken:
1lb (453g) chicken tenders (or chicken breasts), cut into bite-sized pieces
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 Tbsp (28g) avocado oil (or olive oil)
1/2 tsp (1g) smoked paprika
1 tsp (5 ml) hot sauce
1 tsp (5g) garlic powder
2 Tbsp (28g) unsalted butter

For the sauce:
1/2 cup (100g) mayonnaise
1/2 Tbsp (10g) hot sauce
1/3 cup (70g) sour cream
2 Tbsp (28g) cream cheese
1 Tbsp (14g) apple cider vinegar

For the wraps:
1/2 head of butter lettuce (85g), separated into leaves
1 avocado (135g), peeled, pitted, and thinly sliced
1/2 cup (100g) cherry tomatoes, halved
4 Tbsp (26g) shredded cheese such as cheddar
2 Tbsp (2g) chopped cilantro

 

Instructions:

Season the chicken with salt and pepper and place in a bowl or resealable bag; add avocado oil, hot sauce, smoked paprika, and garlic powder; cover and refrigerate for about half an hour.

Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat; add the chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked, 8 to 10 minutes.

Meanwhile, whisk all sauce ingredients until smooth, taste and adjust the seasoning.

Arrange the lettuce leaves on a serving platter and top each one with chicken, avocado slices, cherry tomatoes, cheese, and sprinkle with cilantro. Drizzle with the dressing and serve immediately.

 

Nutritional breakdown per serving (the recipe makes 6 servings)

347 Calories
19.4g Protein
29.6g Fat
1.8g Fiber
3.4g Total Carbs
1.6g NET Carbs

Dr. Benjamin Bikman

Author

Dr. Benjamin Bikman, PhD, is a metabolic scientist and professor of Physiology & Developmental Biology, widely recognized for his research on insulin resistance, human metabolism, and metabolic health. As an expert in energy regulation and the hormonal drivers of obesity, he has published numerous studies connecting diet, macronutrient balance, and insulin response. Dr. Bikman is the Co-Founder and Chief Scientist of HLTH Code, where he applies his metabolic research to formulate science-backed nutrition solutions. He is also the author of Why We Get Sick, a leading book on metabolic dysfunction, and is frequently referenced in discussions on low-carb nutrition, protein prioritization, and metabolic wellness.