This practical chicken salad wrap combines tender shredded chicken, crunchy vegetables, and a tangy dressing inside a soft tortilla. It features a lettuce barrier to prevent sogginess, making it an excellent option for a packed lunch.
2cupscooked chickenshredded or diced (rotisserie or breast)
0.5cupmayonnaise or plain Greek yogurt
1tablespoonDijon mustard or whole grain mustard
1tablespoonfresh lemon juice
0.5cupceleryfinely diced
0.25cupred onionfinely diced
0.25cupdried cranberries or halved grapes
0.5teaspoonsmoked paprika
1pinchSalt and black pepperto taste
Wrap Assembly
4largeflour, whole wheat, or spinach tortillas
4largeromaine or butter lettuce leaves
0.25cupShredded carrots, sliced cucumbers, or turkey bacon bitsoptional for extra texture
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded or diced chicken with the diced celery and red onion.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and smoked paprika until the dressing is smooth.
Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and fold gently until the chicken and vegetables are thoroughly coated.
Fold in the dried cranberries or grapes, along with any other optional add-ins like turkey bacon or carrots.
Season the chicken salad with salt and black pepper to taste.
To assemble, lay a tortilla flat and place a large lettuce leaf in the center to serve as a moisture barrier to prevent the wrap from becoming soggy.
Spoon a generous portion of the chicken salad onto the lettuce leaf.
Fold in the sides of the tortilla and roll tightly from the bottom up, ensuring the ends are tucked in securely.
Serve immediately or wrap tightly in parchment paper and store in an airtight container for an on-the-go meal.