Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a shallow dish, combine the flour, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Toss the chicken pieces in the seasoned flour until lightly and evenly coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Carefully add the coated chicken to the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown, crispy, and cooked through. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a wire rack.
- While the chicken cooks, cook the bacon until crispy. This can be done in a separate skillet or by baking on a sheet pan in a 400°F (200°C) oven. Drain on paper towels, then crumble into pieces.
- Prepare the fresh fillings: wash and shred the lettuce, dice the tomatoes, and thinly slice the red onion.
- Warm the tortillas one at a time in a dry skillet for 15-20 seconds per side, or wrap the stack in a damp paper towel and microwave for 30-45 seconds until soft and pliable.
- To assemble, lay a warm tortilla flat. Spread a layer of ranch dressing down the center. Top with shredded lettuce, crispy chicken, crumbled bacon, diced tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, and sliced red onion. Drizzle with a little more ranch, if desired.
- Fold in the left and right sides of the tortilla over the filling. Then, tightly roll the wrap from the bottom up to enclose all the ingredients. Slice in half on a diagonal and serve immediately.
Notes
Recipe Tips and Variations:
* **Don't Overfill:** Be generous with fillings, but leave enough room to fold the wrap securely to prevent tearing.
* **Cool Hot Ingredients:** Let the chicken and bacon cool for a few minutes before assembling to prevent wilting the lettuce.
* **Prep Ahead:** Cook the chicken and bacon in advance and store in the fridge. Reheat in a skillet or air fryer to restore crispiness before assembling for a super-fast meal.
* **Ingredient Swaps:** Feel free to use leftover rotisserie chicken, different cheeses like Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack, or other greens like spinach. Whole wheat or flavored tortillas also work well.
* **Add a Spicy Kick:** Mix a dash of hot sauce or some pickled jalapeños into the ranch dressing for extra heat.
* **Extra Creaminess:** Add a layer of mashed avocado or fresh avocado slices for a rich, buttery texture.
* **Cool Hot Ingredients:** Let the chicken and bacon cool for a few minutes before assembling to prevent wilting the lettuce.
* **Prep Ahead:** Cook the chicken and bacon in advance and store in the fridge. Reheat in a skillet or air fryer to restore crispiness before assembling for a super-fast meal.
* **Ingredient Swaps:** Feel free to use leftover rotisserie chicken, different cheeses like Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack, or other greens like spinach. Whole wheat or flavored tortillas also work well.
* **Add a Spicy Kick:** Mix a dash of hot sauce or some pickled jalapeños into the ranch dressing for extra heat.
* **Extra Creaminess:** Add a layer of mashed avocado or fresh avocado slices for a rich, buttery texture.
