Description
Juicy seasoned chicken, crisp romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese, and creamy Caesar dressing wrapped in a soft tortilla. These easy chicken Caesar wraps are perfect for a quick lunch, light dinner, or meal prep, combining savory flavors and fresh ingredients in a convenient handheld meal.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 600 g boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Wrap Fillings
- 4 large flour or whole-wheat tortillas
- 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup Caesar dressing
- ½ cup croutons, crushed (optional)
To Serve
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Season the chicken: In a bowl, thoroughly coat the boneless chicken breasts with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper, ensuring even seasoning on all sides.
- Heat the skillet: Place a skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil, allowing it to heat until shimmering but not smoking to prepare for cooking the chicken.
- Cook the chicken: Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the hot skillet and cook for 5 to 7 minutes on each side or until the chicken develops a golden-brown crust and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C), confirming it is cooked through.
- Rest and slice the chicken: Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes to retain juices, then slice it into thin strips suitable for wrapping.
- Prepare the salad mixture: In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, grated Parmesan cheese, Caesar dressing, and crushed croutons if using, tossing gently to mix the flavors well.
- Assemble the wraps: Lay out each tortilla flat and place a generous amount of the Caesar salad mixture in the center, then top with sliced chicken strips. Fold the sides of the tortilla inward and roll tightly to form a wrap.
- Serve: Slice each wrap in half diagonally and serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges to squeeze over for added zest and brightness.
Notes
- Use grilled chicken instead of skillet-cooked for a smoky flavor dimension.
- Swap classic Caesar dressing for a Greek yogurt-based version to reduce calories and add protein.
- Add fresh veggies like cherry tomatoes or avocado slices for extra nutrition and flavor.
- Wrap tightly in parchment paper for convenient meal prep and easy transport.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Main Course, Wraps
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired
