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Created by Chef Remy
Crispy, cayenne-kissed chicken slicked with buttery Louisiana hot sauce, cooled by tangy blue cheese and creamy Creole remoulade, all bundled in a soft flour tortilla for the kind of handheld satisfaction that makes you forget about the napkin.
Two great American flavor traditions collide in this wrap, and the result is pure fireworks. You take the bold, layered heat of Cajun seasoning, marry it with that tangy butter-and-vinegar punch of buffalo sauce, and wrap it all up with cooling blue cheese and my grandmother's remoulade. That's how we do things in Louisiana: we borrow what works and make it our own.
The secret here is building flavor at every stage. You season that chicken before it ever sees the pan. You cook it crispy and golden, then toss it in the sauce so every surface gets coated. The remoulade goes on the tortilla first, creating a barrier that keeps everything from getting soggy. The lettuce adds crunch, the blue cheese adds funk, and suddenly you've got a wrap that's greater than the sum of its parts.
At Lagniappe, we serve this during football season when folks want something they can eat with one hand while watching the Saints. But honestly, it's too good to wait for game day. Make it for lunch on a Tuesday. Your taste buds don't care what day it is.
Quantity
1 1/2 pounds
Quantity
2 tablespoons, divided
Quantity
1/2 teaspoon
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| boneless, skinless chicken thighs | 1 1/2 pounds |
| Cajun seasoning | 2 tablespoons, divided |
| kosher salt | 1/2 teaspoon |
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