Crispy Chicken Caesar Wrap (Printable)

Golden crispy chicken, fresh romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese, and creamy Caesar dressing wrapped in a soft flour tortilla.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 cup buttermilk
03 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
04 - 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
05 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
10 - Vegetable oil for frying

→ Assembly

11 - 4 large flour tortillas
12 - 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
13 - 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
14 - 1/2 cup Caesar dressing
15 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste
16 - Lemon wedges for serving, optional

# How to Cook:

01 - Slice chicken breasts into strips and place in a bowl with buttermilk. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours for optimal tenderness.
02 - Combine flour, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a shallow dish.
03 - Remove chicken from buttermilk, shake off excess liquid, and thoroughly coat each strip in the flour mixture.
04 - Heat approximately 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F.
05 - Fry chicken strips in batches, turning until golden brown and cooked through, approximately 3 to 4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
06 - Heat tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable and warm.
07 - Lay each tortilla flat. Layer chopped romaine lettuce in the center, top with crispy chicken strips, sprinkle Parmesan cheese, and drizzle Caesar dressing over top.
08 - Add black pepper to taste, fold in sides, and roll up tightly into a wrap. Slice in half if desired and serve immediately with lemon wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The crunch of that golden crust against the cool, creamy Caesar dressing is honestly addictive.
  • It comes together fast enough for a weeknight but feels special enough to serve guests.
  • You can prep the chicken ahead and assemble wraps right when hunger hits.
02 -
  • Don't skip the buttermilk soak, I tried it once without and the chicken was noticeably drier.
  • Let the oil come back up to temperature between batches or your chicken will absorb too much oil and turn greasy.
  • Warm tortillas are non-negotiable, cold ones will crack the second you try to fold them.
03 -
  • Use a cast iron skillet if you have one, it holds heat better and gives you more consistent frying.
  • If your Caesar dressing is too thick, thin it with a splash of lemon juice or water so it drizzles easier.
  • Double the chicken recipe and freeze half, you'll thank yourself later when you want a quick lunch.
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