Grilled Chicken Caesar Wrap

Make everyoneโ€™s favorite Caesar Salad into a meal with fresh, crunchy, cool and creamy Chicken Caesar Wraps โ€“ your family will go crazy over these! Theyโ€™re kid-approved, light yet satisfying, and easy to make with marinate-and-grill Lemon Basil Chicken or use rotisserie chicken for the ultimate quick lunch or dinner on your table, in just 20 minutes!

up close of Chicken Caesar Wrap showing the juicy chicken and crunchy lettuce


 

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  • LEMON BASIL CHICKEN. The best chicken wraps start with the best chicken!
  • SHORTCUT CHICKEN. Of course, you can use rotisserie chicken too.
  • BACON.BACON.BACON
  • HOMEMADE DRESSING. Use store-bought or hypnotic creamy, bright, tangy, garlicky, homemade Caesar dressing!
  • CRUNCH WRAPS. Enjoy them plain, or toast in a skillet or air fryer (without any oil) for that satisfying crunch!
  • CUSTOMIZABLE. Add or omit whatever you like!
  • Chicken: Chicken breasts or thighs are marinated in olive oil, lemon juice, basil, oregano, garlic, onion, and red pepper flakes.
  • Lettuce:ย ย Use Romaine lettuce for its crunchy freshness.
  • Bacon: Use thick-cut bacon when possible for maximum crunch or turkey bacon.
  • Tomatoes: Halved cherry or grape tomatoes are ideal because they are juicy and sweet without being overly watery like other tomatoes.
  • Parmesan cheese: Look for imported Parmigiano-Reggiano from Italy, as opposed to domestic Parmesan which pales in comparison (they will be labeled Parmigiano-Reggiano and Parmesan).
  • Croutons: I recommend garlic herb croutons, as opposed to plain, for depth of flavor.
  • Seasonings: Minimal seasonings of garlic powder and pepper are required because the chicken, croutons dressing are highly flavorful.
  • Caesar salad dressing: This marries all of the flavors together with its bright, tangy, garlicky, umami creaminess. I highly recommend my homemade Caesar dressing it blows store-bought versions out of the water!
  • Chicken: Rotisserie chicken.
  • Lettuce: Pre-chopped lettuce or salad.
  • Bacon: Microwavable bacon or bacon bits.
  • Parmesan cheese: Refrigerated pre-shredded.
  • Croutons: Store-bought.
  • Dressing: Store-bought.
showing ingredients for chicken Caesar Wrap lined on the table:  grilled chicken, Romaine lettuce, tomatoes, croutons, bacon, Parmesan and Caesar dressing
showing how to make chicken Caesar wraps by adding grilled chicken, Romaine lettuce, tomatoes, bacon, Parmesan cheese and croutons to a bowl
  • 1. Marinate chicken: Whisk all the marinade ingredients together and add the chicken. Marinate chicken for 4-12 hours in the refrigerator. You can prep the rest of the ingredients during this time.
showing how to make chicken Caesar wraps by marinating chicken breasts to grill
  • 2. Cook chicken. Grill chicken undisturbed for for 5-7 minutes per side, or until chicken is cooked through. (An inserted thermometer should read 160 degrees F, then rise to 165 degrees with carryover.)
showing how juicy the grilled chicken is in chicken Caesar wraps
  • 3. Combine filling. Add the cooked chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, croutons, bacon, Parmesan cheese and dressing to a large bowl and toss to evenly combine.
showing how to make Chicken Caesar Wrap by stirring chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, croutons and Parmesan together in a bowl
  • 4. Assemble wrap. Place tortillas on a flat surface and add the filling towards the bottom third of the wrap. Wrap up burrito-style.
showing how to fold chicken Caesar wrap by adding filling to a tortilla
showing how to make chicken Caesar wrap crispy by toasting in a skillet
  • Donโ€™t skip pounding chicken breasts before marinating.ย This makes a world of difference in producing crazy tender chicken without a long marinating time.
  • Donโ€™t cook the chicken cold.ย Let the chicken sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes for juicer, more evenly cooked chicken. This is the perfect time to get your filling ingredients ready.ย 
  • Use large tortillas.ย The large tortillas will ensure your filling stays in one place! Anything smaller than 10 inches is very difficult to wrap, so you may need to make tacos instead.
  • Warm the tortillas:ย  Cold tortillas are more likely to break and tear.ย  Wrap the tortillas in damp paper towels and microwave for 20-30 seconds.
  • Wrap them one at a time:ย After you warm the tortillas, assemble the chicken wraps one at a time so you can keep the unused tortillas covered and warm.ย 
  • Leave a border:ย  Leave a couple inches around the filling as a buffer for enclosing and wrapping.
  • Prevent soggy wraps: Use less dressing if not consuming immediately. Serve remaining dressing as a dipping sauce.

What’s a good side for chicken wraps?

These Chicken Caesar Wrap recipe is a complete meal in one! We also like to serve them with a simple fruit like grapes or cantaloupe and chips. If youโ€™re looking for sides to impress, try serving them with:

showing how to serve chicken Caesar wrap recipe by adding to a plate with chips

To assemble 4-6 hours ahead of time for work or a picnic:

  • Go light on the dressing, then serve it as a dipping sauce on the side.
  • Toast the chicken wraps.

To serve throughout the week:

  • Refrigerate ingredients separately, then toss together for quick assembly.
  • Cooked chicken: will last up to 5 days in an airtight container in the fridge.
  • Vegetables:ย lettuce and tomatoes can be chopped and refrigerated in an separate containers.
  • Caesar dressing: can be made and refrigerated up to 2 weeks ahead of time.

Chicken Caesar Salad Wrap FAQs

How do you keep a chicken Caesar wrap from getting soggy?

To prevent a soggy Chicken Caesar Wrap, consume it immediately after adding the filling and rolling. If not consuming immediately, go light on the dressing, then serve it as a dipping sauce on the side. Toasting the wraps will also help prevent them from becoming soggy for a few hours.

Are Caesar wraps good for you?

Caesar wraps can provide a balanced combination of lean protein from chicken, fiber from lettuce, and calcium from Parmesan cheese. However, the nutritional value can vary depending on the specific ingredients and preparation methods used. For example, the Caesar dressing and tortilla can add extra calories, fat, and sodium.

For the healthiest Caesar wraps, use a lite Caesar, or my my Caesar dressing recipe swapping Greek yogurt for the mayonnaise and sour cream. Use less cheese, turkey bacon and choose a whole grain tortilla instead of a refined flour tortilla.

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up close of Chicken Caesar Wrap showing the juicy chicken and crunchy lettuce

Chicken Caesar Wrap Recipe

Make everyoneโ€™s favorite Caesar Salad into a meal with fresh,ย crunchy, cool and creamy Chicken Caesar Wraps โ€“ your family will go crazy over these! Theyโ€™re kid-approved, light yet satisfying, and easy to make with marinate-and-grill Lemon Basil Chicken or use rotisserie chicken for the ultimate quick lunch or dinner on your table, in just 20 minutes!
Servings: 5 wraps
Total Time: 4 hours 35 minutes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes

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Ingredients

FILLING

WRAPS

  • 5 burrito size (10-12 inch) flour tortillas

Instructions

  • Chicken: Prepare Lemon Basil Chicken according to recipe directions (click HERE for recipe). Let rest 10 minutes before chopping. Chicken can be prepped 3-5 days ahead of time.
  • Filling: Add all of the Filling ingredients to a large bowl and toss to evenly combine.
  • Assemble: Place tortillas on a flat surface and add the filling towards the bottom third of the wrap in a line.
  • Wrap: Roll up tortillas burrito-style by folding the edges in next to the filling, folding up the bottom over the filling, then tightly rolling from the bottom, squeezing in any escaping filling as you roll. Place seam side down.
  • Toast (optional, recommended): Heat a cast iron skillet or nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, add wraps seam side down and toast, rotating as each side turns golden.

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Notes

  • To assemble 4-6 hours ahead of time for work or a picnic:ย  Go light on the dressing, then serve it as a dipping sauce on the side. Don’t skip toasting the wraps.ย  Wrap individually in plastic wrap.ย 
  • To serve throughout the week: Prepare and refrigerate ingredients separately, then toss together for quick assembly.
  • Storage: Assembled wraps will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, but the lettuce and tortillas will soften. The wraps are best assembled right before eating.ย  The ingredients will store separately for up to 5 days.

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