This Pesto Chicken and Avocado Bacon Salad Wrap is a flavorful and hearty option that combines grilled or rotisserie chicken with creamy avocado, crispy bacon, fresh greens, and bold basil pesto—all wrapped in a soft tortilla. It’s a perfect quick lunch or light dinner, offering a delicious balance of textures and tastes. You can even customize it with your favorite add-ins to make it just right for you.
Ingredients:
4 large tortillas (regular or gluten-free)
1 to 1½ cups grilled or rotisserie chicken, cubed or shredded
4 cups shredded lettuce or spinach
1 avocado, sliced or diced
¼ cup fresh basil leaves, torn
½ cup basil pesto
6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
½ cup crumbled blue cheese or shredded cheddar
Optional additions: sliced red onion, cucumbers, tomatoes
Instructions:
Prepare the Chicken:
If you're not using precooked chicken, season chicken tenders with olive oil, Cajun or fajita seasoning, and black pepper. Grill until cooked through and lightly charred, about 10–12 minutes.
Make the Salad:
In a large bowl, combine the shredded lettuce or spinach, avocado, torn basil, and any other optional ingredients like red onion, cucumbers, or tomatoes.
Assemble the Wraps:
Warm each tortilla in the microwave for about 20 seconds to soften.
Spread a generous layer of basil pesto over each tortilla.
Layer the salad mixture, chicken, crumbled bacon, and cheese.
Fold the sides of the tortilla in, then roll up tightly like a burrito.
Serve:
Enjoy the wraps as they are, or lightly toast them in a skillet with olive oil until the cheese melts and the wrap is golden and warm.
Serving Size:
Makes 4 wraps.
Nutritional Information:
Exact nutritional info may vary based on your ingredients and portion sizes. For more accurate details, it's best to use a nutrition calculator using the specific brands and amounts you’re using.