Description
Whip up an Easy Chicken Caesar Wrap for a satisfying lunch! My simple recipe brings that classic tangy Caesar flavor to a quick, delicious meal you’ll love.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Chicken & Base:
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (rotisserie chicken works best!)
- 2 large (10-inch) flour tortillas
- Caesar Dressing Essentials:
- 3 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing (your favorite brand, or homemade)
- Crunch & Flavor Boosters:
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup croutons, lightly crushed
- Optional Zingers:
- Pinch of red pepper flakes
- Thinly sliced red onion
- A few sun-dried tomatoes
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken:: First things first, get that chicken ready. If you’re using a rotisserie chicken like I often do, just shred or dice it up into bite-sized pieces. I usually pull it apart with two forks—it’s surprisingly satisfying! You want enough chicken so every bite of your wrap has some heft. Honestly, this is where I sometimes get distracted and nibble a bit too much, but hey, a chef’s perk, right?
- Chop the Romaine:: Next, grab your romaine lettuce. Give it a good wash and then chop it into smaller, manageable pieces. You don’t want huge leaves trying to escape your wrap. I like a roughly half-inch chop, so it mixes well with the chicken and dressing. This is where I sometimes get a little messy, with stray lettuce bits everywhere, but it’s all part of the fun, right?
- Dress the Salad Components:: In a medium bowl, combine your chopped romaine and shredded chicken. Now, pour in a generous amount of that Caesar dressing. Don’t be shy! This is the heart of your wrap. Toss it all together gently until everything is nicely coated. I always take a little sniff at this point; that tangy Caesar aroma is just *chef’s kiss*.
- Add the Cheese & Croutons:: Sprinkle in your freshly grated Parmesan cheese and the crushed croutons. Give it another gentle toss. The croutons add such a lovely texture, I didn’t expect that! I tried adding them too early once, and they got soggy, so make sure to do it just before assembling.
- Warm the Tortillas:: This step is crucial for a pliable, easy-to-roll wrap. Warm your tortillas slightly in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 15-20 seconds per side, or a quick zap in the microwave. They’ll be much easier to work with and won’t crack. I learned this the hard way after tearing countless wraps trying to skip this step, oops!
- Assemble Your Wraps:: Lay out a warm tortilla. Spoon a generous amount of your chicken Caesar mixture down the center. Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then tightly roll it up from the bottom. This is where I always hold my breath a little, hoping it all stays together! Slice it in half diagonally for that classic look, and honestly, just admire your handiwork. It smells so good, you won’t want to wait!