Chicken Pesto Wrap Recipe

This fresh Chicken Pesto Wrap is a lunchtime game-changer as well as being packed with flavor! Tossing the chicken in basil pesto makes the meat go glossy and herbaceous, which along with the creamy homemade Caesar dressing adds a garlicky richness to this wrap that is so satisfying on the go.

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Chicken Pesto Wrap Recipe Ingredients

• The Pesto Chicken:
  • 2 cups cooked chicken (grilled, poached, or rotisserie), chopped
  • 1/3 cup basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
  • 3 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
• The Salad Base:
  • 4 large wraps (flour, spinach, or whole wheat)
  • 4 cups romaine lettuce, shredded
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced
• The Caesar Dressing:
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or plain Greek yogurt)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 1/2 tbsp capers (plus a splash of brine)
  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp cracked black pepper

How To Make Chicken Pesto Wrap Recipe

1. Make the dressing: In a blender or mini food processor, combine the mayonnaise, olive oil, lemon juice, Parmesan, garlic, capers (with brine), Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Blend on high until completely smooth and creamy. Taste and add a pinch more salt if needed.
2. Mix the salad: In a large bowl, toss the shredded romaine and sliced cherry tomatoes with half of the Caesar dressing. Mix it like you mean it to ensure every leaf is coated. (Save the rest of the dressing for dipping!).
3. Pesto chicken: In a separate medium bowl, combine the chopped cooked chicken and the pesto. Stir well until the chicken is evenly green and glossy. Stir in the 3 tbsp of grated Parmesan for extra bite.
4. Build the wrap: Lay out your wraps on a clean surface. Place a generous handful of the dressed Caesar salad down the center of each wrap. Top with a scoop of the pesto chicken. Add a little drizzle of leftover dressing if you want it extra saucy.
5. Wrap it up: Fold the sides of the wrap in, then roll it up tightly from the bottom like a burrito, tucking the filling in as you go.
6. Toast it (Optional): Heat a skillet with a drizzle of oil over medium heat. Place the wraps seam-side down in the pan. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until the tortilla is golden brown and crispy.
7. Serve: Slice in half and eat immediately while the lettuce is crisp and the tortilla is warm.

Recipe Tips!

• Caper Power: The capers and their brine are the secret weapon in the dressing. They mimic the salty, briny flavor of anchovies found in traditional Caesar dressing without the “fishy” factor!
• Rotisserie Hack: Using a rotisserie chicken makes this recipe lightning fast. The savory skin of the rotisserie chicken mixes beautifully with the pesto oils.
• Toasting is Texture: Don’t skip the toasting step! It creates a warm, crunchy shell that contrasts perfectly with the cool, crisp salad inside. It also seals the wrap so it doesn’t fall apart.
• Dressing Storage: You will likely have leftover dressing. Store it in a jar in the fridge for up to a week—it makes a killer dip for raw veggies or pizza crusts!

What To Serve With Chicken Pesto Wrap Recipe?

This Chicken Pesto Wrap Recipe is a fusion of two classic flavors that needs a simple side! A bag of Kettle Chips or sweet potato fries is the perfect crunch to accompany the soft wrap. For a lighter option, a cup of Minestrone Soup echoes the Italian vibes perfectly! To drink, an Iced Lemon Tea or a sparkling water with lime cuts through the rich pesto and creamy dressing.

How To Store Chicken Pesto Wrap Recipe

• Refrigerate: If you have already assembled the wraps with the dressed salad, they must be eaten within 2-3 hours or they will get soggy.
• Meal Prep: Store the pesto chicken, the dressing, and the salad veggies in three separate containers. Assemble the wrap fresh right before eating to keep the lettuce crisp and the tortilla dry.
• Freeze: Do not freeze these wraps. The lettuce and tomatoes will turn to mush, and the dairy-based dressing may separate.

Chicken Pesto Wrap Recipe Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 550 kcal
• Fat: 32g
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Protein: 28g

Nutrition information is estimated per wrap.

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