How to Make Delicious Chicken Wraps

Your chicken wraps can be made at home with just a few simple ingredients and are quick, easy, and tasty. In this article, we’ll go over everything you need to know to make your own chicken wraps, from how to cook the chicken to wrap ideas and how to put them together.

Overview of Chicken Wraps

Chicken wraps are basically sandwiches made by wrapping fillings in a tortilla or flatbread. The filling typically contains diced or shredded chicken along with veggies, cheese, sauce or other mix-ins.

Some benefits of chicken wraps include

• Customizable – Use whatever ingredients you have on hand.

• Portable – Easy to pack for lunch or eat on-the-go.

• Nutritious – Packed with protein from the chicken plus veggies.

• Quick – Chicken cooks fast and assembly is easy.

• Versatile – Enjoy hot or cold. Make ahead or eat immediately.

How to Cook Chicken for Wraps

Chicken can be prepared in several ways when making wraps:

• Baked – Season chicken breasts, bake at 400°F for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.

• Grilled – Coat chicken breasts in oil and seasoning. Grill 4-5 minutes per side.

• Poached – Simmer chicken breasts in broth 8-10 minutes until cooked through.

• Sautéed – Dice chicken. Cook in olive oil over medium heat until browned and cooked through.

• Rotisserie – Use shredded rotisserie chicken from the grocery store deli.

• Canned – Drain and rinse canned chicken then use in wraps.

After the chicken is done, let it rest for five minutes. Then, cut it up into small pieces to put in the wraps.

Wrap and Flatbread Options

Popular options for the wrap itself include:

• Flour tortillas – The most common choice. Look for soft tortillas that are easy to roll. Small 8″ tortillas are good for single-serving wraps.

• Whole wheat tortillas – A bit more nutritious than white flour. Still pliable.

• Spinach or herb tortillas are made with white flour and spinach or herbs added to them to make them taste better.

• Lettuce leaves – Use leaves of romaine, butter lettuce or iceberg in place of tortillas.

• Flatbreads – Flavored flatbreads like naan or lavash can be used. May need to double up two for more coverage.

• Collard greens – Sturdy greens that can be used to wrap fillings burrito-style.

12 Quick and Easy Wrap Filling Ideas

The fun part about chicken wraps is customizing them with your favorite flavors. Here are some quick and tasty fillings to inspire your wrap creations:

• Shredded cheese (cheddar, Mexican blend) + salsa
• Guacamole + bacon + ranch
• Caesar salad (lettuce, parmesan, Caesar dressing)
• Taco flavored (lettuce, tomato, cheese, salsa)
• Buffalo style (lettuce, tomato, buffalo sauce, ranch)
• BLT (bacon, lettuce, tomato)
• Pesto + mozzarella + roasted red peppers
• Greek style (feta, olives, cucumber, red onion, hummus)
• Cranberry sauce or chutney + Brie
• Curry flavored (mango, red onion, cilantro)
• Strawberry spinach salad (spinach, strawberries, feta, nuts, balsamic dressing)
• Mexican spiced (black beans, corn, avocado, salsa)

Mix and match these ideas or come up with your own combinations!

How to Assemble Chicken Wraps

Putting together chicken wraps is easy:

1. Lay tortilla or flatbread flat – Place on a clean surface or cutting board.

2. Add a thin layer of spread (if using) – Options like salad dressing, mayo, hummus or cream cheese help ingredients stick.

3. Layer chicken down center – Leave room on sides for rolling. About 1/2 – 3/4 cup shredded chicken.

4. Top with desired ingredients – Don’t overstuff! Leave room to roll up wrap.

5. Fold bottom of tortilla over filling – This helps keep ingredients enclosed.

6. Roll wrap away from you – Roll up tightly into a cylinder.

7. Cut in half (optional) – Cutting makes wraps easier to eat.

That’s it! Enjoy your chicken wraps right away or individually wrap in plastic wrap to pack for lunches.

FAQs

Can I make wraps ahead of time?

Yes! Assemble wraps up to 3 days before eating. Wrap each fully rolled wrap tightly in plastic wrap. Refrigerate until ready to eat.

How long do chicken wraps last?

Wraps made with pre-cooked chicken will last 3-5 days in the refrigerator. Discard any that smell bad or look slimy.

Can I freeze chicken wraps?

You can freeze fully assembled wraps by wrapping them tightly in plastic wrap followed by foil. Thaw overnight in fridge before eating.

Can I use deli chicken or rotisserie chicken?

Absolutely! Leftover chicken or pre-cooked chicken from the store helps make wraps even faster.

What’s the best way to reheat chicken wraps?

You can reheat wraps in the microwave, toaster oven or conventional oven. Heat 10-20 seconds at a time until warmed through.

Can I grill chicken wraps?

Yes, grilling assembled wraps is tasty! Lightly oil the outside of the wrap before putting it on a hot grill for two to three minutes on each side.

Final Tips

• Use freshly cooked chicken within 3 days for best flavor and food safety.

• Add crunch with ingredients like chopped veggies, nuts or tortilla chips.

• Skip the tortilla to make “wrapless wraps” over salad greens.

• Flavor wraps with global inspiration – think Mediterranean, Thai or Indian spices.

• Pack each wrap individually to avoid a soggy lunch.

• Customize wraps for dietary needs – try grain-free, low-carb or vegan.

So get creative with your chicken wraps! With endless flavor combos and easy assembly, they make for a quick, portable and totally crave-worthy meal any time of day.