🌯🍗 Crispy Fried Chicken Wrap
Golden, Crunchy Chicken Wrapped in Soft Tortillas
This Crispy Fried Chicken Wrap is everything you want in a handheld meal—juicy fried chicken with a crunchy coating, wrapped up with fresh toppings and a creamy sauce. It’s quick enough for weeknights, satisfying enough for lunch or dinner, and endlessly customizable to fit your cravings.
📝 Ingredients (Serves 4)
Fried Chicken
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2 large chicken breasts, sliced into strips
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1 cup buttermilk
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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Oil for frying
Wraps & Fillings
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4 large flour tortillas
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Shredded lettuce
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Diced tomatoes
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Shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
Optional Sauce
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Ranch dressing
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Honey mustard
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Spicy mayo or buffalo sauce
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Marinate the Chicken
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Place chicken strips in a bowl and pour buttermilk over them.
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 4 hours for extra tenderness).
2️⃣ Prepare the Coating
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In a shallow bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
3️⃣ Bread the Chicken
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Remove chicken from buttermilk, letting excess drip off.
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Dredge each strip in the seasoned flour, pressing to coat well.
4️⃣ Fry the Chicken
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Heat oil in a skillet to 350°F (175°C).
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Fry chicken strips in batches for 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
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Drain on paper towels.
5️⃣ Assemble the Wraps
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Warm tortillas slightly.
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Add crispy chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and your favorite sauce.
6️⃣ Wrap & Serve
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Fold in the sides and roll tightly.
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Slice in half if desired and serve immediately.