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Chicken Pesto Wraps Recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
Delight in these flavorful chicken pesto wraps, combining fresh greens, juicy tomatoes, and savory pesto for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, chopped into small bite-sized pieces

Sauces & Condiments

  • ⅓ cup pesto spinach walnut pesto (recommended, add more as needed)
  • ½ cup mayonnaise or plain Greek yogurt
  • 3 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Vegetables

  • 4 cups romaine lettuce, shredded
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced

Other

  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 3 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1.5 Tbsp capers and brine
  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly cracked

Instructions 

  • Chop the cooked chicken into small pieces and prepare pesto if making from scratch.
  • Blend all dressing ingredients until smooth, then toss with shredded lettuce and sliced tomatoes.
  • Mix chopped chicken with pesto until evenly coated.
  • Lay each wrap flat, add salad mixture, pesto-coated chicken, and optional Parmesan. Drizzle with leftover dressing.
  • Fold wraps tightly, then serve as is or toast in a skillet for 2-3 minutes per side until golden.

Notes

For a warmer wrap, lightly toast in a skillet before serving.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken, Pesto, Wraps