Description
Savor delightful chicken caesar wraps packed with crisp romaine, tender grilled chicken, and creamy dressing. Crunchy croutons and parmesan cheese complete this quick, satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 1/2 cups chopped cooked chicken (grilled, fried, or rotisserie)
Vegetables and Base:
- 3 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 4 flour tortillas or wraps, 10 inch
Seasonings and Additions:
- 1/3 cup caesar dressing
- 1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup homemade croutons
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a spacious mixing vessel, combine diced romaine lettuce with shredded cooked chicken, ensuring an even distribution of ingredients.
- Generously coat the mixture with Caesar dressing, incorporating freshly grated Parmesan cheese and crispy croutons.
- Season the salad with salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting the flavor to personal preference.
- Warm tortillas in a skillet over medium heat for 15-30 seconds per side until they become soft and flexible.
- Alternatively, microwave tortillas wrapped in paper towels for 15-30 seconds to achieve pliability.
- Place warmed tortillas on a clean surface and evenly distribute the Caesar salad mixture in the center of each wrap.
- Fold the sides of the tortilla inward, then tightly roll from bottom to top, creating a compact bundle.
- Secure the wrap with a toothpick if needed to prevent unraveling.
- Slice wraps diagonally for easier handling or serve whole, presenting a delectable meal ready to be enjoyed immediately.
Notes
- Customize chicken choice by using grilled, rotisserie, or leftover chicken for varied flavors and textures.
- Keep croutons crispy by adding them just before serving to prevent soggy wraps and maintain their delightful crunch.
- Prep ingredients ahead of time for quick assembly, making this a perfect meal for busy weeknights or last-minute lunches.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg