High Protein Low Calorie Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Burritos
A delightful fusion of zingy buffalo and creamy cheese wrapped in a warm tortilla, these burritos strike a balance between indulgence and health, perfect for cozy nights or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce (mild or hot)
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
- 4 low-calorie whole wheat tortillas
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Shredded lettuce (optional)
- Chopped tomatoes (optional)
- Avocado slices (optional)
- Light ranch dressing (optional)
Instructions
- Shred the cooked chicken breast and place it in a large bowl.
- Mix the buffalo sauce and Greek yogurt together until creamy in a separate bowl.
- Pour the buffalo mixture over the shredded chicken, and mix thoroughly.
- Warm tortillas in the microwave for 15-20 seconds.
- Spoon the buffalo chicken filling onto each tortilla and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Fold the sides of each tortilla inward and roll tightly from the bottom up.
- Grill seam-side down in a non-stick skillet for 1-2 minutes until golden brown, if desired.
- Serve immediately while hot with optional toppings or light ranch dressing.
Notes
For a crispy finish, grill the burritos. You can also customize with various toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 55mg