BBQ Chicken Salad Wrap (Print)

Smoky BBQ chicken salad loaded with crisp vegetables, creamy dressing, and wrapped in soft spinach tortillas for an easy, protein-packed meal.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
02 - 1/2 cup BBQ sauce

→ Vegetables & Greens

03 - 1 cup romaine lettuce, chopped
04 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
05 - 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
06 - 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
07 - 1/4 cup sweet corn

→ Dressing & Additions

08 - 1/4 cup light mayonnaise
09 - 1 tablespoon plain Greek yogurt
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
11 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
12 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Wraps

13 - 4 large spinach tortillas, 10-inch

# Directions:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken breast and BBQ sauce. Mix thoroughly until chicken is evenly coated.
02 - In a separate small bowl, whisk together light mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, fresh lime juice, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
03 - Add chopped romaine lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced red onion, and corn to the chicken mixture. Pour dressing over and toss until all ingredients are evenly coated.
04 - Warm spinach tortillas briefly in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable, approximately 30 seconds per side.
05 - Lay out each warmed tortilla and divide chicken salad mixture evenly among them, leaving 1 inch border around edges.
06 - Fold in the sides of each tortilla and roll up tightly to form wraps. Secure with toothpicks if needed.
07 - Slice each wrap diagonally in half and serve immediately while tortillas retain warmth.

# Helpful Hints:

01 -
  • It turns simple pantry staples and leftover chicken into something that feels intentional and vibrant.
  • The tangy lime dressing cuts through the sweetness of the BBQ sauce in a way that keeps every bite interesting.
  • You can assemble these wraps in the time it takes to order takeout, and they taste fresher too.
  • They hold up beautifully for a few hours, so you can pack them for lunch without worry.
02 -
  • Don't overdress the salad or the tortillas will get soggy within minutes, you want just enough to coat, not drown.
  • Warming the tortillas is not optional, cold tortillas crack when you roll them and ruin the whole wrap.
  • If you're packing these for later, wrap them tightly in parchment paper or foil to keep everything snug and fresh.
03 -
  • Use rotisserie chicken to save time, and don't worry about perfectly shredding it, rough chunks work just fine.
  • Toast the tortillas lightly for a hint of char and extra flavor, it takes thirty seconds and makes a noticeable difference.
  • Taste the salad before you roll the wraps and adjust the seasoning, it's your last chance to make it perfect.
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