Description
This Buffalo Chicken Flatbread recipe features tender shredded chicken tossed in spicy buffalo sauce atop crispy flatbreads, melted mozzarella, and optional tangy blue cheese. Finished with a drizzle of ranch or blue cheese dressing and fresh herbs, this dish is perfect as a quick appetizer or a satisfying light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Flatbread Base
- 2 flatbreads or naan
- Nonstick cooking spray or olive oil for brushing
Buffalo Chicken Topping
- 1 cup cooked shredded chicken
- 1/4 cup buffalo sauce
Cheese and Garnishes
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (optional)
- 2 tbsp ranch or blue cheese dressing
- 1 tbsp chopped green onions
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to prepare for baking the flatbreads.
- Toss Chicken with Sauce: In a small bowl, thoroughly toss the cooked shredded chicken with the buffalo sauce until each piece is well coated, ensuring a spicy and flavorful topping.
- Prepare Flatbreads: Lightly brush each flatbread with olive oil or spray with nonstick cooking spray to help achieve a crisp and golden base during baking. Arrange the flatbreads on a baking sheet.
- Assemble Flatbreads: Evenly divide the buffalo-coated chicken over the two flatbreads, then sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top. Add crumbled blue cheese if desired for extra tang and creaminess.
- Bake: Bake the assembled flatbreads in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the edges of the flatbreads are crisp and golden.
- Finish and Garnish: Remove from the oven and immediately drizzle each flatbread with ranch or blue cheese dressing. Garnish with chopped green onions and fresh cilantro if you like for added freshness and color.
- Serve: Slice the flatbreads and serve right away while warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for an easy shortcut and great flavor.
- Swap blue cheese for feta or omit it to suit milder tastes.
- This recipe works well as both an appetizer or a light main course when paired with a salad.
