Hot Honey Chicken Caesar Wrap (Print Version)

Crispy chicken tossed in spicy hot honey paired with creamy Caesar salad wrapped in a warm tortilla for an easy, flavorful handheld meal.

# Components:

→ Crispy Chicken

01 - 2 large chicken breasts, cut into strips
02 - 1 cup buttermilk
03 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
04 - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
05 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
07 - 1 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
09 - Vegetable oil for frying

→ Hot Honey

10 - 1/3 cup honey
11 - 1.5 tablespoons hot sauce
12 - 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional

→ Caesar Salad

13 - 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
14 - 1/2 cup Caesar dressing
15 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
16 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved, optional
17 - 1 cup croutons, optional

→ Wraps

18 - 4 large flour tortillas, 10-inch

# Method:

01 - Place chicken strips in a bowl and cover completely with buttermilk. Let rest for at least 15 minutes to tenderize.
02 - Combine flour, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper in a shallow dish. Mix thoroughly to distribute seasonings evenly.
03 - Remove chicken from buttermilk and dredge each strip in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure complete coating.
04 - Heat 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet to medium-high heat. Working in batches, fry coated chicken strips for 4 to 5 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil.
05 - Combine honey, hot sauce, and red pepper flakes in a small saucepan over low heat. Warm gently while stirring until flavors meld, approximately 2 minutes. Remove from heat immediately.
06 - Add fried chicken strips to the warm hot honey mixture and toss thoroughly until each piece is evenly coated.
07 - Combine chopped romaine lettuce, Caesar dressing, and grated Parmesan cheese in a large bowl. Toss gently to coat. Add halved cherry tomatoes and croutons if desired.
08 - Heat tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for 30 seconds per side, or microwave wrapped in a damp paper towel for 20 seconds until pliable.
09 - Place each warm tortilla on a flat surface. Layer Caesar salad mixture in the center, then top with hot honey chicken strips. Fold in opposing sides and roll tightly toward you.
10 - Slice each wrap diagonally in half and serve immediately while hot honey chicken remains warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The hot honey glaze clings to every crispy ridge, delivering sweet heat in perfect balance
  • It turns dinner into handheld comfort without dirtying a single plate
  • You can prep the chicken ahead and assemble wraps in under five minutes when hunger strikes
  • The creamy Caesar cools the spice just enough to keep you reaching for another bite
02 -
  • Do not skip warming the tortillas or they will crack the moment you try to fold them, leaving you with a messy plate situation
  • Toss the chicken in hot honey right after frying while both are still warm so the glaze sticks instead of pooling at the bottom
  • Pat the fried chicken dry with paper towels before saucing or excess oil will thin out your glaze
  • Assemble wraps just before eating because the warm chicken will eventually wilt the lettuce and soften the tortilla
03 -
  • Use a meat thermometer to check that the thickest part of the chicken hits 165 degrees so you never serve undercooked meat
  • If the breadcrumbs brown too fast before the chicken cooks through, lower the heat and give them an extra minute per side
  • Add a squeeze of lemon juice to the Caesar salad right before assembling for a bright pop that cuts through the richness
  • Double the hot honey recipe and keep the extra in a jar, it is incredible on fried eggs, roasted vegetables, or drizzled over vanilla ice cream
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