Western
Chicken Caesar Wrap
Pan-fried chicken, crisp lettuce and a quick Caesar dressing rolled in a tortilla — a satisfying 15-minute lunch.
About this recipe
Chicken Caesar Wrap is a western lunch for 2 that is a fast, high-heat stir-fry — have everything chopped before the wok gets hot. It’s built around chicken, and it takes around 15 min start to finish. We sized it for a small household and ranked it on OneToCook by how much of it you already have in the fridge.
Ingredients
- 200g, sliced chicken breast
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tortilla wrap buy
- 2 handfuls lettuce buy
- 2 tbsp parmesan buy
- 1/2 lemon buy
Equipment
Method
- 1
Season and pan-fry the chicken until golden and cooked, then slice.
~8 min
- 2
Mix mayo, grated garlic, lemon, parmesan and pepper into a quick Caesar dressing.
~3 min
- 3
Fill the wraps with lettuce, chicken and dressing; roll up tightly.
~3 min
Smart swaps
Out of something? Try one of these.
- Chicken breast
- chicken thigh (more forgiving), prawns, or firm tofu.
- Parmesan
- pecorino, grana padano, or a little extra salt + nutritional yeast.
- Garlic
- garlic powder (¼ tsp per clove) at a push.
- Lemon
- lime, or a small splash of vinegar.
Cook's notes
- Smash each clove with the flat of your knife first — the skin slips off and it minces in seconds. How to mince garlic →
- Slice chicken thinly across the grain — it cooks faster and stays tender. How to slice chicken thinly →
- Do your chopping first (mise en place). With everything prepped, the actual cooking here is only about 15 min.
Storage & leftovers
Cool, then store airtight in the fridge for up to 2–3 days. Reheat until piping hot throughout; add a splash of water if it has dried out.
Frequently asked
How long does Chicken Caesar Wrap take to make? +
Around 15 min from start to finish, almost all of it hands-on.
How many people does this recipe serve? +
As written it serves 2. To cook for 4, roughly multiply the ingredients — but cook in batches if the pan gets crowded, so things sear instead of steaming.
What equipment do I need? +
You’ll want: induction hob, frying pan / wok. OneToCook only suggests recipes that fit the equipment you tell it you have, so you can filter these out if your kitchen is more minimal.
What can I use if I'm missing an ingredient? +
Common swaps for this dish: Chicken breast → chicken thigh (more forgiving), prawns, or firm tofu; Parmesan → pecorino, grana padano, or a little extra salt + nutritional yeast; Garlic → garlic powder (¼ tsp per clove) at a push. See the full list of smart swaps above.
Can I make Chicken Caesar Wrap ahead of time? +
Cool, then store airtight in the fridge for up to 2–3 days. Reheat until piping hot throughout; add a splash of water if it has dried out.
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