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Chloe

Classic Chicken Caesar Wrap

classic chicken caesar wrap recipe made easy at home. A handheld twist on the timeless Caesar salad, packed with juicy grilled chicken, crisp romaine, and cre
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 (about 1 lb total) boneless, skinless chicken breasts pounded to even thickness
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
For the Caesar Dressing (yields about 3/4 cup)
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise full-fat preferred
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tsp anchovy paste or 3 minced anchovy fillets
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp cold water to thin
  • 1/4 tsp salt to taste
Wrap Assembly
  • 4 (10-inch) burrito-size flour tortillas plain or whole wheat
  • 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce hearts are best, cut into 1/2-inch strips
  • 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan cheese plus extra for garnish
  • 1/2 cup Caesar croutons slightly crushed
  • 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Method
 

  1. Pat chicken dry, coat with olive oil, and season both sides with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 6–7 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temp reaches 165°F. Transfer to a cutting board, rest 5 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, grated Parmesan, anchovy paste, lemon juice, Dijon, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt. Stream in cold water while whisking until smooth and pourable. Taste and adjust salt, lemon, or anchovy as desired. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine chopped romaine, half the shaved Parmesan, crushed croutons, and ¼ cup of the dressing. Toss well to coat evenly. Add more dressing if needed—it should be creamy but not soggy.
  4. Wipe the skillet clean and warm each tortilla over medium heat for 20–30 seconds per side until pliable and lightly blistered. Stack them on a plate and cover with a clean towel to keep warm.
  5. Place a warm tortilla on a flat surface. Spread 1 tablespoon of dressing in a horizontal line down the center (this acts as glue). Pile ¼ of the dressed romaine mixture, top with a quarter of the sliced chicken, and sprinkle with remaining shaved Parmesan. Fold in the sides, then roll tightly from the bottom up, pressing gently.
  6. For a crispy finish, return the rolled wraps to the skillet, seam-side down, over medium heat. Cook for 1–2 minutes per side until golden and the seam is sealed. Use a sharp serrated knife to cut each wrap in half diagonally. Serve immediately with extra dressing.