Yummy Chicken Caesar Wrap

Let me tell you, these chicken Caesar wraps totally kept me sane last year when I was running all over town shuttling three kids to dance, soccer, and piano practice. If you've got a busy life, nothing comes close to the magic of a good grab-and-go wrap!

No lie, I brought these instead of chips to my sister’s pool bash last July and her husband (he’s a steak and fries only dude) devoured THREE, then messaged me for the secret. That’s when I knew I had a real winner on my hands.

Must-Have Ingredients

• Tortillas: Go for the big 10-inch ones. The small ones are a disaster waiting to happen—trust me, everything ends up all over your lap.
• Croutons: My kids basically battle over who gets the most. I just toss leftover bread cubes with a bit of oil and bake them on Sundays.
• Romaine lettuce: The hearts are extra crisp, and they hold up way longer in the fridge than those floppy leafy kinds.
• Caesar dressing: Homemade is awesome, but I won’t judge if you’re reaching for that store brand from the refrigerator aisle. Got a favorite? Use it.
• Chicken: Whatever’s on hand works. Shred some leftover grilled chicken, or tear into a rotisserie bird from the supermarket.
• Parmesan cheese: Seriously, buy a block and shave it. Once you do, you’ll never want to go back to those cans of pre-grated stuff.

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How I Pull This Off

Mix Everything Up

I dump all the goodies into my trusted old blue mixing bowl—it's been in the family since acid-wash jeans. Trust me, you don’t want to drown your salad in dressing or you’ll have a soggy fallout. My husband always does that, then wonders why his wrap explodes. Classic.

Tortilla Warm-Up

Heat those tortillas first or you'll regret it when they rip right in your hands. I just toss mine in a hot skillet for half a minute while tossing the salad. My teen microwaves them under a damp paper towel because TikTok told her to—and honestly, it works.

Stuff Like a Pro

Be smart about it—spread your filling in a long strip near the edge, not just a lump in the middle. This took me way too long to figure out but makes all the difference.

Rolling Magic

Fold in the sides, then roll the whole thing up starting from the bottom. Keep it nice and snug. If you’re packing lunch, parchment paper works way better than plastic wrap for keeping everything where it belongs.

I started making these when my oldest hit junior high and suddenly brown bag sandwiches were embarrassing. Now they’re our fallback for rushed nights, lunches, and all those stifling summer evenings when I can't stand the thought of the oven.

Making It a Full Meal

Usually just serve these with whatever fruit I find in the fridge. If my mother-in-law’s around (she’s always counting carbs), I skip the tortilla and put everything over lettuce. For potlucks, I slice them into little circles and folks think I went to way more trouble than I did.

Ways to Change It Up

Throw in anything about to go sad in your fridge. Half an avocado? Slice it up. Leftover tomatoes? In they go. My husband hits his with hot sauce—big surprise. The kids go nuts for bacon bits, especially if it’s real bacon from breakfast, but they'll settle for the store-bought crumbles too.

Keeping Everything Crisp

If you won’t eat these right away, keep the fixings separate so nothing gets mushy. I pack the parts in a bento box for my kid, and she loves piecing it together at school like her own little lunch chef.

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Things I Wish I'd Known

• Cut your lettuce a little finer than you think so every bite is easy
• Don’t mix in the croutons early or you’ll just end up with chewy bits—nobody wants that
• If you make a couple extra, tomorrow’s lunch is already sorted

Honestly, these have bailed me out at dinner more times than I can remember. When everyone’s running in different directions—sports, after school, late work shifts—you can eat these on the way. At least I know it’s not all drive-thru takeout, there’s some greens in there, so I’m calling it a win!

Recipe FAQs

→ What kind of chicken should I use?

Any cooked chicken is fine—leftovers, grilled, or store-bought rotisserie all work great.

→ Can I prepare these ahead of time?

Cut and store ingredients earlier, but wrap them up right before eating to keep them fresh.

→ What pairs well with this?

Try serving them with a small bowl of soup, fresh fruit, or some chips on the side.

→ Can I toss in different veggies?

Definitely! Add cucumbers, sliced tomato, or even avocado to switch things up.

→ Is swapping out the wrap okay?

Of course! Go for whole wheat, spinach, or gluten-free alternatives as you'd like.