Crispy Chicken Caesar Wrap (Printer-Friendly)
Crispy chicken, creamy Caesar, bacon, and parmesan wrapped in a golden toasted tortilla for the ultimate lunch.
# What You'll Need:
→ Caesar Dressing
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2 anchovy fillets, finely chopped
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1 large garlic clove, minced
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1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
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1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
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2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
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1 large egg yolk, pasteurized
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1/3 cup olive oil
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1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
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1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Crispy Chicken
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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
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1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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2 large eggs, beaten
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1 cup panko breadcrumbs
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1/2 cup neutral oil, for frying (such as canola or vegetable oil)
→ Fillings and Assembly
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4 slices bacon
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2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
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1/3 cup Parmesan cheese, shaved
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2 large flour tortillas (about 10-inch diameter)
# Steps to Follow:
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In a small bowl, combine chopped anchovies, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and egg yolk.
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Slowly whisk in olive oil until dressing becomes thick and creamy.
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Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and black pepper. Set dressing aside.
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In a shallow bowl, mix all-purpose flour with garlic powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
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Dredge chicken breasts in seasoned flour, coat in beaten eggs, then press into panko breadcrumbs for even coverage.
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Heat oil in a large skillet to 350°F. Fry chicken for 4 to 5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
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In a separate pan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Set on paper towels to drain excess fat.
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Cut cooled bacon into large pieces and slice fried chicken into strips.
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In a medium bowl, toss chopped romaine lettuce with 2 tablespoons Caesar dressing until coated.
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Heat each tortilla in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
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Spread 1 tablespoon Caesar dressing along the center of each warmed tortilla.
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Arrange dressed lettuce, crispy bacon, sliced chicken, and shaved Parmesan in a line down each tortilla’s center.
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Fold bottom edge of each tortilla upward over fillings, then tuck in sides and roll tightly to seal.
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Place wrapped tortillas seam-side down in a dry hot skillet. Toast for 1 to 2 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
# Extra Suggestions:
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For best flavor, use pasteurized eggs in homemade Caesar dressing and fry chicken in batches to maintain a crisp crust.