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Quick Grilled Chicken Caesar Wraps

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A quick and easy grilled chicken Caesar wrap recipe perfect for busy nights, featuring smoky chicken, creamy Caesar dressing, and crisp romaine lettuce wrapped in a tortilla.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 12 oz / 340 g), trimmed and flattened slightly
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch size; whole wheat or gluten-free optional)
  • 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
  • ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • Optional: croutons, lightly crushed

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and flatten to about ½ inch thickness.
  2. Rub olive oil over the chicken, then season with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F / 200°C). Oil the grates if using an outdoor grill.
  4. Grill chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Avoid pressing down on the chicken.
  5. Remove chicken from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
  6. While chicken rests, whisk together mayonnaise, Parmesan, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to make the Caesar dressing.
  7. Slice the rested chicken into thin strips.
  8. Lay a tortilla flat and spread about 2 tablespoons of Caesar dressing over it.
  9. Add a handful of chopped romaine, a few chicken strips, a sprinkle of shredded Parmesan, and optional crushed croutons.
  10. Fold the tortilla sides over the filling and roll tightly from the bottom up.
  11. Optionally, warm the wraps in a dry pan for 1-2 minutes to seal and soften the tortilla.
  12. Serve immediately or wrap tightly in foil or parchment paper for later.

Notes

Do not skip resting the chicken after grilling to keep it juicy. Flatten chicken breasts for even cooking. Use medium-high heat to avoid burning. Make dressing ahead to meld flavors. Wrap tightly to prevent spilling. For dairy-free, substitute Parmesan with nutritional yeast and mayo with vegan mayo. For lighter dressing, replace half mayo with Greek yogurt.

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