Chicken Caesar Wraps
Crisp romaine, crumbled bacon, and Parmesan tossed in creamy Caesar dressing, folded together with crunchy croutons and rolled into a warm tortilla for a fast, satisfying lunch.
- 1 cup chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 slice thick-cut bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 cup cooked shredded chicken
- 2 tablespoons Caesar dressing*
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup croutons
- 1 large flour tortilla
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped romaine, crumbled bacon, shredded chicken, Caesar dressing, and grated Parmesan. Stir gently but thoroughly until every piece of lettuce and chicken is coated in an even layer of dressing — this is what keeps the filling moist without turning soggy. Take a moment to make sure the dressing is distributed evenly, since that balance of creamy, salty, and savory flavor is what carries through every bite.
- Roughly chop the croutons into smaller, bite-sized pieces before adding them in — whole croutons can tear through the tortilla as you roll it, so breaking them down first protects the wrap. Fold the chopped croutons into the dressed lettuce mixture, stirring just until they're evenly distributed. Avoid overmixing at this stage, since the croutons will start to soften the longer they sit in the dressing.
- Microwave the tortilla for 10 to 15 seconds to soften it; this brief warming step makes it far more pliable and much less likely to crack or split when folded. Spoon the chicken Caesar filling down the center of the tortilla in an even line, leaving a couple of inches clear on each side. Fold in the two sides over the filling, then roll the tortilla up from the bottom like a burrito, keeping it snug so everything stays packed inside as you go.
- Slice the wrap in half on a diagonal to reveal the filling and make it easier to pick up and eat. Serve immediately while the tortilla is still warm and soft and the croutons are at their crunchiest.
Chef's Note: This wrap takes everything satisfying about a classic Caesar salad — crisp romaine, savory Parmesan, crunchy croutons, and that unmistakable garlicky dressing — and turns it into something portable enough to eat with one hand. Leaning on already-cooked chicken and bacon means the whole thing comes together in minutes, which makes it a smart option for a fast weeknight lunch or a make-ahead midday meal.
For the best texture, fold in the croutons right before rolling rather than letting the dressed filling sit for too long, since they soften quickly once they meet the Caesar dressing. If you're prepping ahead, keep the lettuce mixture and croutons stored separately and combine them just before assembling — that way the wrap stays crisp until the moment you're ready to eat it.
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