Better than takeout: Quick Buffalo Chickenless Sandwich with the works!

This is a quick lunch or dinner to throw together. I used a store bought vegan "chickenless" from Trader Joes, which I am convinced is possibly Gardein vegan chicken but in different packaging. And way cheaper! Anyways, I love to make my foods from pure whole ingredients as much as possible, but everyone needs some quick freezer items on hand once in a while. These Trader Joe's Chickenless tenders are quick to bake up and you can do a lot with them. Gotta try them!

This sandwich is amazing!! Its basically a similar meal to the buffalo "Chick'n" wrap I have on here already, just a sandwich version. To me, it was way better than takeout, say, from Veggie Grill who actually has a awesome, super delicious buffalo sandwich on their new menu. As much as I absolutely love Veggie Grill, my version is baked, and has about 10x the raw veggies piled on top as theirs. and is served on a wholesome whole grain bread with minimal ingredients. The buffalo sauce and vegan ranch are so quick and I make just enough for one sandwich when I'm just cooking for myself for lunch.  My husband is going to love me tonight when I make one of these for him for dinner when he gets home. Soul satisfying, hearty food for sure! Just like takeout, only better!

Quick Buffalo Chickenless Sandwich

with the works

Serves one, so just double recipe as needed for each additional sandwich you need

printable recipe

Ingredients Needed:

Trader Joes Brand vegan Chickenless Tenders, Gardein, homemade or store bought seitan, or any other brand of vegan "chicken"

1 Tbsp. Veganaise (vegan mayo)

pinch of garlic powder

pinch of onion powder

about 1/2 Tbsp. of unsweetened  almond milk or other milk of choice (hemp, rice, soy, etc.)

2 tsp. Earth Balance vegan butter

2 tsp. of your favorite hot sauce

2 slices Whole grain bread, toasted  (look for a brand with pure, minimal ingredients)
1/4-1/2 sliced avocado sprinkle of salt and pepper

Few nice pieces of Lettuce

1/2 Shredded/grated carrot

To Make:

Bake the Chickenless tenders according to package directions.

Make your ranch. Combine in a small bowl, 1 Tbsp. of Veganaise, and a pinch of garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper. Now very slightly thin out (but still keep it thick enough to be spreadable on a sandwich) with a little unsweetened almond milk or other milk of choice. Set aside.

Make the Buffalo sauce. Melt 2 tsp. earth balance and place in a small bowl. Add the same amount of hot sauce,mix well and set aside until "chickenless" is done baking.

Prepare all other ingredients for toppings and set aside.

Once the "chickenless" has finished baking, toss in the buffalo sauce.

Assemble the sandwich. Toast the bread, and spread your ranch on both sides. Add the buffalo chickenless, avocado, grated carrots, and lettuce.

Now eat up and enjoy!