Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas Recipe
Ready to slap your tastebuds into next week with some fiery, cheesy, zero-chicken Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas? Girl, this plant-based magic hits. We’re ditching the bird, swapping in spicy tofu or chick’n strips, and loading these quesadillas with creamy vegan cheese. It’s got crunch, sizzle, heat—and none of the animal drama. Plus, it’s basically a one-pan miracle that says, “Yes, I cook… occasionally.” Perfect for weeknight chaos or when you’re too cute to slave over a stove. Toss in buffalo sauce, fold like your laundry (finally), and boom—you’ve got flavor fireworks.
Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas Recipe
A bold, plant-based spin on the classic Buffalo Chicken Quesadilla. Packed with spicy tofu, gooey dairy-free cheese, and wrapped in golden tortillas.
Ingredients
- 1 block extra-firm tofu or 1 cup vegan chick’n strips
- 2 tbsp hot buffalo sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- 1 cup shredded vegan cheese
- 4 medium flour tortillas
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- ¼ cup diced tomatoes optional
- 2 tbsp vegan ranch for dipping, obviously
Instructions
- Press and crumble tofu into bite-size bits, or prep vegan chick’n if using that sass.
- In a bowl, toss tofu with buffalo sauce, oil, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix until coated.
- Heat skillet over medium. Cook tofu until slightly crispy, about 7–8 minutes.
- Lay one tortilla flat. Sprinkle half with vegan cheese, cooked tofu, onions, and optional tomatoes.
- Fold tortilla in half like a love letter you’ll never send.
- Cook each quesadilla 2–3 minutes per side until golden and melty.
- Slice and serve with vegan ranch like the culinary queen you are.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 380
- Total Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
Vitamins and Minerals (per serving)
- Vitamin B6: 22%
- Calcium: 18%
- Iron: 16%
- Vitamin K: 25%
- Magnesium: 14%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance Flavor
- Use a smoky hot sauce blend for more depth.
- Add shredded lettuce after cooking for a crunch factor.
- A splash of lime juice? Game-changer.
- Want extra heat? Toss in sliced jalapeños.
- Leftover filling? Toss it in a wrap or over rice. You’re welcome.
