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Quick Crispy Grilled Chicken Caesar Wraps

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These wraps combine crispy grilled chicken, fresh romaine, and tangy homemade Caesar dressing wrapped in warm tortillas for a quick, flavorful lunch or light dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound / 450g), pounded to even thickness
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic, finely minced
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon anchovy paste
  • 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch / 25cm size)
  • 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped and washed
  • 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan cheese
  • Freshly ground black pepper for garnish

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels, then pound them gently to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch (1.3 cm). Brush both sides with olive oil and sprinkle garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper evenly.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, Parmesan, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and anchovy paste if using. Add salt and pepper to taste. Set aside in the fridge to let flavors meld while you cook.
  3. Heat your grill pan over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking. Place the chicken on the pan and cook for about 5-6 minutes per side until crispy and caramelized on the outside and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C). Use tongs to flip gently.
  4. Transfer chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes. Then slice into thin strips about 1/4 inch (0.6 cm) thick.
  5. Quickly warm tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 20 seconds each side or wrap in foil and heat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5 minutes.
  6. Lay each tortilla flat. Spread about 1 tablespoon of Caesar dressing down the center. Layer with chopped romaine lettuce, sliced grilled chicken, and shaved Parmesan. Add a crack of fresh black pepper. Fold the sides over and roll tightly from one end to the other.
  7. Optional: Place wrapped tortillas seam-side down on the grill pan for 1-2 minutes per side until the outside is golden and slightly crispy.
  8. Cut wraps in half on the diagonal and serve immediately.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before seasoning for better crispiness. Rest chicken before slicing to keep it juicy. Warm tortillas to prevent cracking. Homemade Caesar dressing clings better and tastes fresher than store-bought. Avoid overcrowding the grill pan to ensure a crispy crust. For extra crunch, crisp the wrapped tortillas on the grill pan before serving. Store wraps tightly wrapped in the fridge for up to 24 hours and reheat in a skillet to maintain crispness.

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