Crispy Santa Hat Chicken Wrap (Printer View)

A festive wrap featuring crispy chicken, fresh romaine, Parmesan, and tangy Caesar dressing.

# What you'll need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
03 - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
04 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
05 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
09 - Olive oil spray

→ Lighter Caesar Dressing

10 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
11 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
12 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
13 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
14 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
15 - 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
16 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
17 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ Wrap Assembly

18 - 4 large whole wheat tortillas
19 - 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
20 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
21 - 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
22 - 1/2 cup roasted red bell pepper strips

# Method:

01 - Set oven to 400°F and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
02 - Slice chicken breasts into strips and coat evenly with Greek yogurt in a bowl.
03 - Combine panko, Parmesan, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl. Dredge chicken strips in the mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
04 - Arrange breaded chicken strips on the prepared tray and lightly spray with olive oil. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, turning halfway through until golden and crispy.
05 - Whisk all dressing ingredients in a bowl and adjust seasoning to taste.
06 - Briefly warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave to ease rolling.
07 - Spread a small amount of Caesar dressing over each tortilla. Layer romaine, cherry tomatoes, roasted red pepper strips arranged as Santa hats at one end, crispy chicken, and shredded Parmesan cheese.
08 - Drizzle wraps with extra dressing, roll tightly while tucking in ends, slice in half if desired, and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Crispy breaded chicken for delightful texture
  • Quick and easy to prepare for busy days
02 -
  • Use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise for a lighter dressing
  • Roasting red pepper strips creates a festive look and adds sweetness
03 -
  • Press the breadcrumbs firmly onto the chicken to ensure a crispy crust
  • Arrange the roasted red pepper strips at one end of the wrap to mimic Santa hats
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