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Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Burritos

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These cheesy Buffalo chicken burritos are a high-protein, low-calorie meal packed with spicy Buffalo sauce, juicy chicken, and gooey melted cheese. Perfect for meal prep, game day, or a quick weeknight dinner, they deliver big flavor without the guilt.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped (280g)
  • 1/2 cup Buffalo wing sauce (120ml)
  • 1/4 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt (60g)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp salt, or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 4 large high-protein, low-calorie tortillas (about 10-inch/25cm, 70–100 calories each)
  • 3/4 cup reduced-fat shredded mozzarella cheese (85g), divided
  • 1/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (28g)
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery (60g)
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions (30g)
  • 2 tbsp light ranch or blue cheese dressing (optional, for serving)
  • Extra Buffalo sauce (optional, for serving)
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, add shredded or chopped cooked chicken breast. Pour in Buffalo wing sauce, Greek yogurt, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss until evenly coated and creamy.
  2. Stir in chopped celery and green onions. Add 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese and all the cheddar cheese. Mix well. Reserve the remaining 1/4 cup mozzarella for topping.
  3. Lightly warm tortillas in the microwave (10-15 seconds each) or in a dry skillet until flexible.
  4. Lay a tortilla flat and spoon about 1/4 of the filling (roughly 3/4 cup) into the center. Sprinkle a little reserved mozzarella on top. Fold in the sides, then roll up from the bottom, tucking tightly. Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.
  5. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Place burritos seam-side down in the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melted. Work in batches if needed.
  6. Slice burritos in half on the diagonal. Drizzle with light ranch or blue cheese dressing, extra Buffalo sauce, and garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

For gluten-free, use certified gluten-free tortillas. To make dairy-free, substitute dairy-free yogurt and cheese. Don’t overfill burritos to prevent bursting. Warm tortillas before rolling to avoid cracking. For extra crunch, finish in an air fryer or oven. Leftovers store well and taste even better the next day.

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Keywords: buffalo chicken, burrito, high protein, low calorie, easy meal, meal prep, cheesy, skillet, game day, healthy comfort food

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