Buffalo Chicken Blue Cheese Flatbread

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This flatbread combines shredded buffalo-style chicken with melted mozzarella and crumbled blue cheese atop a warm flatbread base. Enhanced with red onion, celery, and fresh chives, it offers a balance of spicy, creamy, and crisp textures. Baking until golden and bubbly ensures a satisfying, shareable dish ideal for casual meals or gatherings.

Updated on Tue, 11 Nov 2025 16:21:00 GMT
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A bold and flavorful flatbread featuring spicy buffalo chicken, creamy blue cheese, and crisp vegetables—perfect for sharing or as a satisfying meal.

This recipe quickly became a family favorite at our gatherings, always disappearing first from the table.

Ingredients

  • Flatbread Base: 2 large flatbreads or naan (about 25 cm/10-inch each)
  • Buffalo Chicken: 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded; 1/4 cup buffalo wing sauce (store-bought or homemade); 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • Toppings: 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded; 1/2 cup blue cheese, crumbled; 1/3 cup red onion, thinly sliced; 1/3 cup celery, finely diced
  • Garnish: 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives or green onions; Optional: extra buffalo sauce and blue cheese dressing for drizzling

Instructions

Step 1:
Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2:
In a bowl, combine shredded chicken, buffalo wing sauce, and melted butter. Mix until the chicken is evenly coated.
Step 3:
Place flatbreads on the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle half the mozzarella cheese evenly over the bases.
Step 4:
Distribute the buffalo chicken mixture evenly over the flatbreads. Top with remaining mozzarella cheese, blue cheese crumbles, red onion, and celery.
Step 5:
Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges of the flatbread are golden.
Step 6:
Remove from the oven. Garnish with chopped chives or green onions. Drizzle with extra buffalo sauce and blue cheese dressing if desired.
Step 7:
Slice and serve warm.
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Every family gathering is brighter with this flatbread on the table, bringing smiles and great conversations.

Required Tools

Baking sheet, mixing bowl, spoon or spatula, knife and cutting board, parchment paper (optional)

Allergen Information

Contains Wheat (flatbread), Milk (mozzarella, blue cheese, butter); May contain Egg (check flatbread ingredients), Soy (depending on sauce brand)

Nutritional Information

Calories: 420; Total Fat: 18 g; Carbohydrates: 34 g; Protein: 29 g per serving

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This flatbread brings a perfect balance of heat and creaminess that’s sure to impress at any meal.

Common Questions About Recipes

What type of chicken works best for this flatbread?

Shredded cooked chicken breast is ideal; rotisserie chicken provides a convenient, flavorful option.

Can I substitute the blue cheese?

Yes, you can swap blue cheese for ranch dressing or milder cheeses to suit your taste.

How do I get the flatbread crispy without drying it out?

Bake at a high temperature (around 220°C/425°F) until cheese bubbles and edges turn golden, which crisps the base while keeping toppings moist.

What sides pair well with this dish?

A crisp lager or a chilled Sauvignon Blanc complement the spicy, creamy flavors nicely.

Can I add more heat to this flatbread?

Yes, adding sliced jalapeños or an extra drizzle of buffalo sauce increases the spicy kick.

Buffalo Chicken Blue Cheese Flatbread

Bold flatbread topped with spicy buffalo chicken, creamy blue cheese, and fresh vegetables.

Prep Time
20 mins
Time to Cook
15 mins
Overall Time
35 mins
Authored by Clara


Skill Level Required Easy

Cuisine Type American

Recipe Output 4 Number of Portions

Dietary Needs None specified

The Ingredients You'll Need

Flatbread Base

01 2 large flatbreads or naan, approx 10 inches each

Buffalo Chicken

01 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
02 1/4 cup buffalo wing sauce
03 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted

Toppings

01 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
02 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
03 1/3 cup thinly sliced red onion
04 1/3 cup finely diced celery

Garnish

01 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or green onions
02 Optional: extra buffalo sauce and blue cheese dressing for drizzling

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 01

Preheat Oven: Set the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 02

Prepare Buffalo Chicken: In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, buffalo wing sauce, and melted butter. Stir until the chicken is evenly coated.

Step 03

Assemble Flatbreads: Place flatbreads on the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle half of the mozzarella cheese evenly over each flatbread.

Step 04

Add Toppings: Evenly distribute the buffalo chicken mixture over the flatbreads. Top with remaining mozzarella, blue cheese crumbles, red onion slices, and diced celery.

Step 05

Bake Flatbreads: Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes until cheese is melted, bubbly, and flatbread edges turn golden brown.

Step 06

Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven. Sprinkle with chopped chives or green onions and drizzle with extra buffalo sauce and blue cheese dressing if desired. Slice and serve warm.

Tools You'll Need

  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spoon or spatula
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Parchment paper (optional)

Allergy Information

Review each ingredient to identify allergens and consult an expert if needed.
  • Contains wheat, milk, and possibly egg and soy

Nutritional Facts (Per Serving)

Keep in mind these details are for general guidance and shouldn't replace professional advice.
  • Caloric Content: 420
  • Fats: 18 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 34 grams
  • Proteins: 29 grams