Chicken Caesar Wraps

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This dish combines tender grilled chicken with crisp romaine lettuce, creamy Caesar dressing, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, all mixed with crunchy croutons. The mixture is wrapped in warm, soft flour tortillas to create a convenient, flavorful meal perfect for lunch or dinner. Simple to assemble and ready in minutes, these wraps offer a balanced blend of textures and savory flavors that highlight the classic Caesar elements without the need for complex preparation.

Updated on Sun, 23 Nov 2025 10:59:00 GMT
Freshly made Chicken Caesar Wraps, bursting with creamy dressing, juicy chicken, and crunchy croutons. Save
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All the flavors of a classic Caesar salad wrapped up with juicy chicken and crunchy croutons for a fresh, satisfying lunch or dinner.

This is a quick and easy meal that has become a family favorite for a light but fulfilling dish any time of day.

Ingredients

  • Salad Filling: 3 cups chopped romaine lettuce, 1 1/2 cups chopped cooked chicken (grilled, fried, or rotisserie), 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
  • Wraps: 4 flour tortillas or wraps (10-inch)

Instructions

Step 1:
In a large bowl, combine romaine lettuce, chicken, Caesar dressing, Parmesan cheese, and croutons. Toss well with tongs to coat evenly. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add more dressing if desired. Set aside.
Step 2:
Warm the tortillas in a large skillet over medium heat for 15 30 seconds per side until pliable. Alternatively, microwave the tortillas between paper towels for 15 30 seconds. Keep warm under a kitchen towel.
Step 3:
Lay the warmed tortillas on a clean surface. Divide the salad mixture evenly among the tortillas placing it in the center.
Step 4:
Fold in the sides of each tortilla then roll up tightly burrito style. Secure with a toothpick if needed.
Step 5:
Serve whole or cut in half.
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Preparing these wraps always brings smiles at our family table especially on busy weeknights.

Notes

Use whole wheat tortillas for added fiber. For a vegetarian version omit the chicken and add more croutons or roasted chickpeas.

Required Tools

Large bowl, tongs, large skillet or microwave, knife, cutting board

Allergen Information

Contains Wheat (tortillas croutons), Milk (Parmesan Caesar dressing), Eggs (Caesar dressing possibly croutons), Fish (Caesar dressing contains anchovies). Check dressing and crouton labels if you have specific allergies.

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This recipe makes a quick and delicious meal perfect for any day of the week.

Chicken Caesar Wraps

Tender chicken, crisp romaine, parmesan, and croutons wrapped in soft tortillas for a fresh, satisfying meal.

Prep Duration
15 minutes
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Overall Time
15 minutes
Created by Elena Hart


Skill Level Easy

Cuisine Type American

Servings produced 4 Serving Size

Diet Details None specified

What You'll Need

Salad Filling

01 3 cups chopped romaine lettuce
02 1.5 cups chopped cooked chicken (grilled, fried, or rotisserie)
03 1/3 cup Caesar dressing
04 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
05 1/2 cup homemade croutons
06 Kosher salt, to taste
07 Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Wraps

01 4 flour tortillas or wraps (10-inch)

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 01

Prepare Salad Mixture: In a large bowl, combine chopped romaine lettuce, cooked chicken, Caesar dressing, Parmesan cheese, and croutons. Toss thoroughly with tongs to coat evenly. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Adjust dressing amount if desired. Set aside.

Step 02

Warm Tortillas: Heat tortillas by warming each side in a large skillet over medium heat for 15 to 30 seconds until flexible, or microwave wrapped in paper towels for 15 to 30 seconds. Keep them warm wrapped in a kitchen towel.

Step 03

Assemble Wraps: Place warmed tortillas on a clean surface. Distribute the salad mixture evenly in the center of each tortilla.

Step 04

Roll Wraps: Fold the sides of each tortilla inward, then roll tightly burrito-style to enclose the filling. Secure with a toothpick if needed.

Step 05

Serve: Serve wraps whole or sliced in half immediately for best freshness.

Tools Needed

  • Large bowl
  • Tongs
  • Large skillet or microwave
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Allergy Details

Review all components to spot allergies and check with a doctor if you're unsure.
  • Contains wheat (tortillas and croutons), milk (Parmesan cheese and Caesar dressing), eggs (Caesar dressing and possibly croutons), and fish (anchovies in Caesar dressing). Verify dressing and crouton ingredients for specific sensitivities.

Nutrition Breakdown (each serving)

Nutritional info is for reference. Please consult your doctor for specifics.
  • Energy (Calories): 397
  • Fats: 19 g
  • Carbohydrates: 28 g
  • Proteins: 27 g