Crispy Chicken Bacon Wrap (Print Version)

Crunchy chicken, smoky bacon, fresh lettuce, tomatoes, and cheddar rolled in a warm flour tortilla.

# Components:

→ Chicken & Coating

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 1 cup buttermilk
04 - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
05 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
07 - 1 teaspoon paprika
08 - 1 teaspoon salt
09 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
10 - Vegetable oil, for frying (about ½ inch in pan)

→ Bacon

11 - 6 strips beef bacon

→ Wrap & Fillings

12 - 4 large flour tortillas
13 - 1 cup shredded lettuce
14 - 1 cup diced tomatoes
15 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
16 - ¼ cup ranch dressing

# Directions:

01 - Slice chicken breasts into thin strips and season evenly with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
02 - Arrange flour, buttermilk, and panko breadcrumbs in separate shallow dishes for dredging.
03 - Dredge each chicken strip in flour, dip into buttermilk, then thoroughly coat with panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
04 - Heat vegetable oil to about ½ inch depth in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry chicken strips in batches for 5 to 7 minutes until golden and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
05 - In a separate pan, cook beef bacon over medium heat until crispy. Drain excess fat and crumble into pieces.
06 - Lightly warm flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for 10 to 20 seconds to enhance pliability.
07 - Spread 1 tablespoon ranch dressing evenly on each tortilla. Layer shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, cheddar cheese, fried chicken strips, and crumbled bacon atop.
08 - Fold in the sides of each tortilla, then roll tightly to form wraps.
09 - Slice each wrap in half and serve immediately while warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Crunchy and savory combination
  • Easy to prepare in under an hour
02 -
  • For extra crispiness, double-coat the chicken by repeating the buttermilk and breadcrumb steps
  • Use fresh, pliable tortillas for best rolling and to prevent tearing
03 -
  • Use a thermometer to maintain oil temperature for perfectly crispy chicken
  • Wrap tightly to prevent fillings from falling out when eating
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