Crispy Chicken Bacon Wrap

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This wrap combines golden fried chicken strips seasoned with garlic, paprika, and black pepper with crispy beef bacon. Wrapped in a warm flour tortilla and layered with fresh lettuce, diced tomatoes, and shredded cheddar cheese, each bite bursts with flavor. The creamy ranch dressing adds a smooth finish, making this a satisfying lunch option ready in under an hour. Customize with your favorite veggies or a hint of hot sauce for extra zest.

Updated on Sun, 23 Nov 2025 09:49:00 GMT
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Experience the crunchy goodness of crispy chicken strips paired with savory bacon, fresh veggies, and creamy ranch, all wrapped in a warm tortilla. Its a flavor explosion in every bite!

Ingredients

  • Chicken & Coating: 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 cup buttermilk, 1 cup panko breadcrumbs, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, Vegetable oil for frying
  • Bacon: 6 strips beef bacon
  • Wrap & Fillings: 4 large flour tortillas, 1 cup shredded lettuce, 1 cup diced tomatoes, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup ranch dressing

Instructions

Step 1:
Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Step 2:
Place the flour in a shallow dish. Pour the buttermilk into a second dish. Place the panko breadcrumbs in a third dish.
Step 3:
Dredge each chicken strip in flour, dip in buttermilk, then coat with panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
Step 4:
Heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the chicken strips in batches until golden brown and cooked through, 5 7 minutes per batch. Drain on paper towels.
Step 5:
In a separate pan, cook the beef bacon over medium heat until crispy. Drain and crumble into pieces.
Step 6:
Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for 10 20 seconds.
Step 7:
Spread 1 tablespoon of ranch dressing on each tortilla. Layer with lettuce, tomatoes, cheddar cheese, fried chicken strips, and crumbled bacon.
Step 8:
Fold in the sides, then roll each tortilla tightly to form a wrap.
Step 9:
Slice each wrap in half and serve immediately.
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Cooking Questions & Answers

How can I achieve extra crispy chicken strips?

Double-coat the chicken by repeating the buttermilk and breadcrumb steps before frying to enhance crispiness.

What type of bacon works best for this wrap?

Beef bacon cooked until crispy adds a smoky and crunchy texture that complements the chicken well.

Can I substitute the cheddar cheese with other cheeses?

Yes, Monterey Jack or your preferred mild cheese can be used for a different but equally satisfying flavor.

What are some good vegetable additions for variety?

Sliced avocado, red onions, or extra tomatoes can brighten the wrap and add fresh textures.

How should I warm the tortillas?

Warm them briefly in a dry skillet or microwave for 10–20 seconds to make them pliable for rolling.

Is there a way to add a spicy kick to this wrap?

Add a dash of hot sauce to the ranch dressing before spreading it on the tortilla.

Crispy Chicken Bacon Wrap

Crunchy chicken strips, savory bacon, fresh veggies, and creamy ranch blended in a warm tortilla wrap.

Prep Duration
20 min
Time to Cook
30 min
Overall Duration
50 min
Creator: Clara Moretti


Skill Level Medium

Cuisine American

Serves 4 Portions

Dietary Info None specified

What You Need

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 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
10 Vegetable oil, for frying (about 1/2 inch)

Bacon

01 6 strips beef bacon

Wrap & Fillings

01 4 large flour tortillas
02 1 cup shredded lettuce
03 1 cup diced tomatoes
04 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
05 1/4 cup ranch dressing

Steps

Step 01

Prepare Chicken Strips: Slice chicken breasts into thin strips and season evenly with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 02

Set Up Breading Stations: Arrange flour in one shallow dish, buttermilk in a second, and panko breadcrumbs in a third.

Step 03

Coat Chicken: Dredge each chicken strip in flour, dip into buttermilk, then firmly coat with panko breadcrumbs.

Step 04

Fry Chicken Strips: Heat vegetable oil to about 1/2 inch depth in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry chicken strips in batches until golden brown and cooked through, approximately 5 to 7 minutes per batch. Drain on paper towels.

Step 05

Cook Bacon: In a separate pan, cook beef bacon over medium heat until crisp. Drain on paper towels and crumble into pieces.

Step 06

Warm Tortillas: Heat flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for 10 to 20 seconds until pliable.

Step 07

Assemble Wraps: Spread 1 tablespoon of ranch dressing on each tortilla. Layer shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, fried chicken strips, and crumbled bacon evenly.

Step 08

Roll Wraps: Fold in the sides of each tortilla, then roll tightly to form a wrap.

Step 09

Slice and Serve: Cut each wrap in half diagonally and serve immediately.

Essential Tools

  • Large skillet
  • Tongs
  • Shallow dishes for breading
  • Paper towels
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Frying pan

Allergy Notice

Always review each component for allergens, and reach out to medical experts if you're uncertain.
  • Contains wheat (flour, tortillas, breadcrumbs), milk (buttermilk, cheese, ranch), egg (possible in ranch or breadcrumbs), soy (possible in ranch or tortillas), mustard (possible in ranch).
  • Contains meat - beef bacon and chicken.

Nutrition Breakdown (each portion)

These details are for general advice—please consult your healthcare provider for specific guidance.
  • Energy (kcal): 600
  • Lipids: 32 g
  • Carbohydrates: 45 g
  • Proteins: 35 g