Crispy Chicken Bacon Caesar Wraps (Printable version)

Juicy crispy chicken and smoky bacon with crisp romaine and creamy Caesar dressing in soft tortillas.

# Needed ingredients:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
02 - 1 cup buttermilk
03 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1 teaspoon paprika
06 - 1 teaspoon salt
07 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
08 - Vegetable oil for frying

→ Bacon

09 - 8 strips smoked bacon

→ Caesar Salad

10 - 1 large head romaine lettuce, chopped
11 - ½ cup Caesar dressing
12 - ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
13 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Assembly

14 - 4 large flour tortillas, 10-inch diameter
15 - Extra Caesar dressing for drizzling, optional
16 - Extra grated Parmesan cheese for sprinkling, optional

# How to make it:

01 - Place chicken thighs in buttermilk and marinate for at least 15 minutes, or up to overnight for enhanced tenderness.
02 - Combine flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a shallow dish.
03 - Heat ½ inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
04 - Dredge each marinated chicken thigh in the seasoned flour mixture, shake off excess flour, and fry for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
05 - In a separate skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy. Transfer to paper towels to drain, then crumble or leave in strips.
06 - In a large bowl, combine chopped romaine lettuce with Caesar dressing and Parmesan cheese. Season with ground black pepper to taste.
07 - Heat tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat or microwave until pliable and warm.
08 - Cut cooked chicken thighs into strips.
09 - Layer Caesar-dressed romaine, sliced crispy chicken, and 2 strips of bacon onto each warm tortilla. Drizzle with additional dressing and sprinkle with Parmesan if desired.
10 - Fold in the sides of each tortilla and roll up tightly. Slice wraps in half diagonally and serve immediately.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • The combination of warm crispy chicken and smoky bacon with cold romaine is incredibly satisfying.
  • Simple preparation steps make it accessible for any home cook.
  • It is a versatile meal that travels well for work or school lunches.
02 -
  • Marinate the chicken overnight to maximize tenderness and flavor.
  • Warm the tortillas slightly before rolling to make them more pliable and prevent tearing.
  • Make sure the bacon is fully drained on paper towels to maintain the wrap's structural integrity.
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