Description
How to make crispy chicken bacon wrap with tender chicken, smoky bacon and fresh veggies that creates the perfect handheld meal for any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein Components
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded to 1/2 inch thickness
- 8 strips thick-cut bacon
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
Wrap Assembly
- 4 large flour tortillas, burrito-size
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 large tomato, sliced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Cooking Essentials
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- Season Chicken: Pat chicken breasts dry and pound to 1/2 inch thickness. Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Let rest 10 minutes to absorb flavors.
- Cook Bacon: Cook bacon in large skillet over medium heat until golden and crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Transfer to paper towels and reserve 1 tablespoon of bacon fat.
- Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil and butter in same skillet over medium-high heat. Cook seasoned chicken 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Rest Protein: Let chicken rest 5 minutes, then slice into strips. Break bacon into bite-sized pieces. This resting step keeps the chicken juicy and tender.
- Prepare Sauce: Mix mayonnaise and Dijon mustard in small bowl until smooth. This creamy sauce binds everything together and adds tangy richness to each bite.
- Warm Tortillas: Heat tortillas in dry skillet 30 seconds per side until warm and pliable. Warm tortillas wrap easier and taste infinitely better than cold ones.
- Assemble Wraps: Spread sauce on tortillas, add lettuce, chicken, bacon, tomato, onion, and cheese. Roll tightly, tucking in sides. Slice in half and serve immediately.
Notes
- Don’t overcook the chicken or it becomes dry and tough.
- Store assembled wraps in refrigerator for up to 2 days wrapped tightly.
- Substitute turkey bacon for a lighter option with similar results.
- Serve immediately after assembling for best texture and flavor.
- Warm tortillas make wrapping easier and taste much better.
- Use thick-cut bacon for better texture and flavor in each bite.
Allergy Information: Gluten, Dairy, Eggs
Nutrition
- Calories: 485 calories
- Fat: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Protein: 38g