If you’re craving something bold, cheesy, and effortless, this Easy Buffalo Chicken Flatbread delivers all the flavor with none of the fuss. It’s the perfect fusion of spicy buffalo wings and cheesy flatbread pizza—ideal for quick weeknight dinners, game day gatherings, or a flavorful lunch.
Loaded with tender shredded chicken tossed in tangy buffalo sauce, topped with melty mozzarella, and finished with a creamy drizzle of ranch or blue cheese dressing, this flatbread is everything you love about buffalo chicken in a crispy, satisfying package.
🔥 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Fast & Easy – Ready in 20 minutes from start to finish
- Flavor-packed – Spicy, creamy, cheesy, and satisfying
- Customizable – Use your favorite toppings and sauces
- Perfect for leftovers – Great way to use up cooked or rotisserie chicken
- Crowd-pleaser – Ideal for feeding a hungry family or hosting friends
🛒 Ingredients
You’ll only need a handful of ingredients for this easy recipe:
- 2 flatbreads (store-bought naan, pita, or premade flatbread crusts)
- 1½ cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie chicken works great)
- ⅓ cup buffalo wing sauce (mild or hot, your choice)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or cheddar/Monterey Jack)
- 2–3 tbsp ranch or blue cheese dressing
- Optional toppings: sliced red onion, green onions, crumbled blue cheese, fresh parsley or cilantro
👩🍳 How to Make Buffalo Chicken Flatbread
1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly oil it.
2. Prepare the Chicken Mixture
In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with buffalo sauce until well coated. Adjust the amount of sauce based on your heat preference.
3. Assemble the Flatbreads
Place the flatbreads on the prepared baking sheet. Evenly spread the buffalo chicken mixture over each flatbread. Sprinkle generously with shredded cheese.
4. Bake
Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges of the flatbread are golden and crisp.
5. Finish & Serve
Remove from the oven and drizzle with ranch or blue cheese dressing. Add your favorite toppings like red onion slices, green onions, or extra buffalo sauce.
Slice into wedges and serve immediately.
💡 Expert Tips & Variations
- Extra crispy? Bake directly on the oven rack for the last 2 minutes.
- Want it healthier? Use whole wheat flatbread, low-fat cheese, and Greek yogurt ranch.
- Add crunch: Top with shredded lettuce or celery slices after baking.
- Turn it into a party appetizer: Slice into small squares and serve on a platter.
- Make it vegetarian: Swap chicken for roasted cauliflower tossed in buffalo sauce.
🥗 What to Serve With Buffalo Chicken Flatbread
- Simple green salad with ranch dressing
- Celery & carrot sticks
- Sweet potato fries
- Corn on the cob or grilled veggies
- Cold drinks like lemonade, beer, or iced tea
❄️ Storage & Reheating
- Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Reheat in a toaster oven or air fryer at 350°F for 4–5 minutes for best texture.
- Avoid microwaving, as it can make the flatbread soggy.
💬 Final Thoughts
Easy Buffalo Chicken Flatbread is the kind of meal that tastes like a guilty pleasure—but is so quick and simple, you’ll want to make it on repeat. It’s spicy, satisfying, and totally adaptable. Whether you need a 20-minute dinner, a crowd-pleasing snack, or a way to use up leftover chicken, this recipe checks every box.
Serve it up hot, drizzle on that ranch, and dig into a flatbread full of bold, crave-worthy flavor.