Fast Caesar Wraps

Man, these chicken Caesar wraps were my lifesaver during that crazy period last year when my three kids had activities every afternoon. Nothing beats grabbing a wrap when you're rushing from place to place!

No joke - I brought a batch to my sister's summer pool gathering instead of bringing chips. Her hubby who usually sticks to fast food ate THREE and texted me the very next day wanting the instructions. That's when I knew I had something special on my hands.

Key Ingredients

• Romaine lettuce: Go for the hearts when possible - they're firmer and stay fresh longer. I've switched to other lettuce types but romaine gives that signature Caesar snap.
• Chicken: Anything works here. Got grilled chicken from Sunday's cookout? Great. Grabbed a pre-cooked bird at the store? Even better since someone else did all the work.
• Caesar dressing: I'll make it from scratch when time allows, but honestly, grabbing Marzetti's from the cold section works just fine during busy weeks.
• Parmesan cheese: Worth buying a chunk and grating at home. The stuff in the green container just doesn't match up - believe me, I've tried saving time.
• Croutons: My children battle over these crunchy gems. I typically bake a large amount on Sundays while giving old bread new life.
• Tortillas: You need the 10-inch size. I made the mistake of buying small ones once and everything spilled out - total mess in my boy's lunch container.

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Quick Instructions

Mix the Components

I combine it all in my largest bowl - that old blue one from my mom probably made back in the 80s. Don't overdo the dressing or you'll create a wet disaster. My hubby always puts too much in and then can't figure out why his wrap falls to pieces. Typical.

The Tortilla Secret

Always heat those tortillas up! Miss this part and they'll break when you fold them. I usually pop mine in a dry skillet for about 20 seconds while finishing the mixture. My teenager tried wrapping them in damp paper towels in the microwave after watching TikTok, and it actually works pretty good.

Smart Filling

Never pile everything in the center. Arrange it in a strip across the bottom third of your tortilla. I figured this out after countless uneven wraps that were packed all wrong.

Wrapping Method

First tuck in both sides, then start rolling from the bottom, keeping everything snug as you go. For packed lunches, wrapping them in parchment works way better than plastic for keeping everything together.

I first made these when my oldest started middle school and suddenly decided regular sandwiches weren't trendy anymore. Now we grab them for game nights, quick daytime meals, and evenings when it's too warm to cook and everyone's hungry.

Complete Your Dinner

We usually add some fresh fruit on the side - whatever looks good or is on sale. When my husband's mom visits (always watching her carb intake), I skip the wrap and serve everything in a bowl. For group gatherings, I slice them into pinwheels - folks think I put in way more work than I actually did.

Fun Variations

I often toss in whatever veggies need using up. Got half an avocado? Dice it up and mix it in. Those cherry tomatoes getting soft? Perfect addition. My husband dumps hot sauce on his because he puts it on literally everything. The kids prefer bacon chunks mixed in, especially when it's fresh-cooked that morning instead of the packaged kind.

Staying Crisp

If you're eating later, store all parts separately! Nothing worse than finding a mushy wrap at lunch. I pack everything in divided containers for school, and my daughter puts it all together herself - she enjoys playing food prep in front of her friends.

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Mistakes Worth Avoiding

• Cut that lettuce smaller than you think necessary for much easier eating
• Add the croutons right before serving or they'll turn soft and ruin the texture
• Making two extras means tomorrow's lunch is already figured out

These wraps have come to our rescue more times than I can remember. Between soccer, dance classes, and my husband working late, we often eat at different times or literally while driving. At least with these, I know everyone gets something fairly healthy instead of fast food. And hey, there's lettuce inside, so I'm counting it as getting veggies into their diet!

Frequently Asked Questions

→ What’s the best chicken to use?

Rotisserie, grilled, or leftover chicken are all tasty and work perfectly here.

→ Can these be made ahead of time?

You can prepare the ingredients early, but put them together right before eating, so the wrap stays fresh.

→ What sides go well with this?

Pair it with some chips, fresh fruit, or even a bowl of your favorite soup.

→ Any extra veggies I can add?

Sure! Toss in avocado, cucumbers, or tomatoes for added crunch and flavor.

→ Are other wraps okay to use?

Definitely—you can try whole wheat, spinach, or gluten-free wraps as alternatives.