I’m back with another easy to prepare and effortlessly delicious meal. My High-Protein Chicken Caesar Wrap. I’m here for anything Caesar, it’s such a classic. So, when I decided I wanted to perfect a go-to wrap recipe, chicken Caesar was the obvious choice. Add in some crispy bacon, hemp seeds and avocado to the mix, and it’s the best high-protein, healthful meal. My theory is a good wrap can do no wrong, and makes for the best lunch, or dinner, any day. I’m in love with this one and think you will be too!

A WINNING WRAP

It’s the ease and simplicity of this wrap for me. Not only is it easy to make by simply tossing everything together in a bowl and wrapping it all up in a warm tortilla, it’s nutrient-packed. The high-protein factor is covered through the organic grilled chicken breast, pasture-raised bacon and plant-based hemp seeds. Aside from being protein-packed, all of those ingredients also provide vitamin-filled, immunity boosting and antioxidant benefits. Chopped avocados pack in the healthy fats, and romaine lettuce adds that crisp, refreshing crunch plus a boost of vitamin C and a range of antioxidants. So many wins!

Trust me when I say you need this High-Protein Chicken Caesar Wrap immediately. Especially if you’re looking for a delish and easy way to get in your protein and greens. It takes almost no time to make and will definitely have you doing your happy food dance. Pro tip: cook your grilled chicken (I season mine with pink salt and pepper) and bacon ahead of time, and prep extras of all the ingredients so you have for the next few days whenever you need a quick bite. When I have an extra couple minutes, I’ll whip up my homemade dairy-free Caesar dressing to use in this wrap or my Crispy Hot Honey Chicken Caesar Salad . That dressing is one of my favorites, and again, so easy to make. You can find the recipe for that in my Cilantro Caesar Salad in my cookbook. Told ya I’m here for anything Caesar – aka I can and will find all the ways to Caesar-ify basically any recipe.

INGREDIENTS YOU’LL NEED:

Burrito size tortilla (I prefer Siete, grain-free)
Romaine lettuce, chopped
Organic chicken breast, grilled and cut into bite-sized pieces
Pasture-raised bacon, cooked and chopped (I prefer Applegate organic no-sugar added)
Caesar dressing, (I like SideDish Miso Caesar – code RACHAEL10, Primal Kitchen, or my homemade dairy-free Caesar dressing from my cookbook)
Avocado, chopped
Green onion, chopped
Hemp seeds

HOW TO MAKE A CHICKEN CAESAR WRAP

In a medium-size bowl, toss the salad ingredients until the dressing is evenly distributed. Set aside.

Heat the tortilla over medium heat until warm and malleable, then remove the tortilla and place onto a large plate.

Add the salad to the wrap and roll tightly – folding in the ends first, and then the sides.

Heat 1-2 tbsp of avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, place the wrap seam-down into the heated skillet and sear 1-2 minutes each side. Enjoy!

RECIPE SUBSTITUTIONS & QUESTIONS

I like to use romaine lettuce for the light, refreshing crunch, but feel free to use whichever lettuce you prefer or already have in your fridge. For the dressing, any store-bought will work. My go-to’s are: SideDish Miso Caesar (code RACHAEL10) and Primal Kitchen. You could also try making my homemade dairy-free Caesar dressing from my cookbook. Option to omit or add any mix-ins based on taste – some of my IG followers have mentioned they’ve subbed roasted shiitake mushrooms for bacon, and NGL, that’s pretty genius!

For the tortilla, again, use your favorite or whatever you have on hand. If you’re not dairy-free, adding in a shredded cheese or grated parm would definitely add some nice flavor. Or, make it spicy by mixing in a dash of your favorite hot sauce.

WHAT IS CLASSIC CAESAR DRESSING MADE OF?

You’ll find that most homemade Caesar dressing recipes are made with garlic, anchovy paste, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Parmigiano-Reggiano, salt, and pepper. Some may even be more of a vinaigrette. However, not all dressings need to include anchovies or anchovy paste. In fact, some homemade dressings (like mine), use capers instead as they contain a similar tangy, umami taste. The best part about making dressings at home is you can play around with the taste and amounts of each ingredient until you find what works for you.

HOW TO PREVENT TORTILLAS FROM BREAKING WHEN FOLDING?

If you’re using a grain-free or plant-based tortilla, I definitely understand how fragile they can be. To help prevent the tortillas from breaking when folding them, my biggest tip is to heat them first! Heat them either over an open flame or in a dry skillet until it’s slightly warm and more pliable. To help keep the tortilla staying closed, put the wrap, seam-down, in the skillet and sear to help seal it. If you’re using shredded cheese, you could also place a small amount near the seam when filling the wrap, so that when you go to sear the fully-loaded wrap, the cheese melts and helps sear it shut.

TRY SOME MORE EASY, HIGH-PROTEIN MEALS:

Avocado Turkey Pesto Paninis

Toasty Baguette Steak Sandwiches with Chimichurri

Crispy Hot Honey Chicken Caesar Salad

Baked Beef Tacos

Click here to watch the reel I made of this recipe 🙂