Description
These Chicken Caesar Wraps are a fresh and flavorful meal featuring grilled chicken, crisp romaine lettuce, and classic Caesar dressing all wrapped in soft flour tortillas. Perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner, these wraps combine the tangy, savory, and crunchy elements of a traditional Caesar salad in an easy-to-eat handheld format.
Ingredients
Scale
Wrap Base
- 4 Large Flour Tortillas
Filling
- 2 cups Fresh Romaine Lettuce, washed & dried well
- 2 Grilled Chicken Breasts, sliced
- ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Fresh Lemon Juice (optional)
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
- 4 tablespoon Caesar Dressing
- ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings
- ½ cup Croutons
- ½ cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup Bacon Bits
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken and Lettuce: Cook the chicken breasts fully using your preferred method (grilling is recommended), then allow them to cool completely. Meanwhile, wash and dry the romaine lettuce thoroughly to prevent soggy wraps.
- Lay Out Tortillas: Place the flour tortillas flat on a clean surface, ready for assembly.
- Spread Dressing: Evenly spread a thin layer of Caesar dressing down the center of each tortilla to serve as the base flavor.
- Add Lettuce and Chicken: Layer dry romaine leaves over the dressing, then arrange the sliced grilled chicken in a line down the middle of the tortilla.
- Season and Add Cheese: Sprinkle garlic powder, black pepper, and grated Parmesan cheese over the chicken and lettuce to enhance flavor.
- Add Optional Toppings: Include optional ingredients like croutons, halved cherry tomatoes, and bacon bits if desired for added texture and taste.
- Wrap the Tortillas: Fold the bottom edge of the tortilla up over the filling, then fold in both sides tightly. Roll firmly from bottom to top to create a secure wrap. Use plastic wrap or a toothpick to hold the wrap together if needed.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the wrapped tortillas until ready to serve, allowing them to rest for about 10 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Cut and Store: Use a sharp knife to slice the wraps diagonally for presentation. Wrap individually in plastic wrap for storage or serving.
Notes
- For best flavor, grill the chicken with a bit of olive oil and seasoning before slicing.
- Make sure the lettuce is very dry to avoid sogginess in the wrap.
- Caesar dressing can be homemade or store-bought, depending on preference.
- The optional toppings add crunch and texture but can be omitted for a simpler wrap.
- Refrigerate the wraps if preparing ahead to keep them fresh and firm for serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
