Crispy Lemon Panko Caesar Chicken Wraps with Kale and Tomato

These crispy lemon panko Caesar chicken wraps are a fresh twist on classic Caesar salad, packed into warm tortillas for a satisfying handheld meal. Tender chicken and kale are tossed in creamy Caesar dressing, then finished with a crunchy lemony panko topping. Fresh tomato and Parmesan add brightness and bite, making every bite irresistible.

Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, these wraps come together in under 30 minutes. The combination of warm tortillas, cool Caesar salad and crispy panko creates a delightful contrast of textures. Serve with extra salad on the side for a complete meal that’s both hearty and refreshing.

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Ingredients

2 unit Flour TortillasView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

10 ounce Chopped Chicken BreastView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

3 ounce Caesar DressingView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 ounce KaleView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit LemonView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit Parmesan Cheese BlockView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit TomatoView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.25 cup Panko BreadcrumbsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon Garlic PowderView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) SaltView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon (tsp) Olive OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 teaspoon (tsp) Cooking OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon (tbsp) ButterView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) Black PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Wash and dry produce. Zest and quarter the lemon. Remove any large stems from the kale and roughly chop into bite-size pieces. Trim and halve the tomato lengthwise, then slice crosswise into ¼-inch-thick half-moons. Grate the Parmesan cheese into a small bowl.
2. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the panko breadcrumbs and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until golden brown, 3-4 minutes. Turn off the heat and stir in as much lemon zest as you like. Transfer the lemony panko to a second small bowl. Wipe out the pan.
3. Open the package of chopped chicken breast and drain off any excess liquid. Heat a large drizzle of cooking oil in the same pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and season with garlic powder, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through, 4-6 minutes.
4. While the chicken cooks, place the kale in a large bowl with a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of salt. Using your hands, massage the kale (similar to kneading dough) until the leaves are tender, 1-2 minutes. Add the tomato, grated Parmesan, lemony panko, cooked chicken, a squeeze of lemon juice and as much Caesar dressing as you like. Toss to combine and season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Wrap the tortillas in damp paper towels and microwave until warm and pliable, about 30 seconds. Lay the tortillas flat on a clean work surface. Place as much of the salad as you like on the bottom third of each tortilla (save any remaining salad for serving). Fold the bottom side of each tortilla up over the filling, then fold the left and right sides toward the center. Roll up the tortillas tightly, starting from the filled side, to form wraps.
6. Halve the wraps diagonally and divide between plates. Serve with any remaining salad and lemon wedges on the side.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use a different type of greens instead of kale?

Yes, you can substitute kale with romaine lettuce or spinach. If using spinach, no need to massage; just toss with the dressing.

How do I store leftover wraps?

Store leftover wraps tightly wrapped in foil or plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The panko may lose some crunch; you can reheat in a dry pan to refresh.

Can I make this recipe vegetarian?

Absolutely! Replace the chicken with chickpeas or grilled tofu. Use a vegetarian Caesar dressing and follow the same steps.