Name: Crispy Chicken Avocado Wrap
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 large flour tortillas (burrito-size); 2 cups cooked crispy chicken bites; 1½ cups shredded cheddar (or a cheddar blend); 2 cups shredded lettuce; 1 cup diced tomatoes; ½ cup diced red onion (optional); Chopped cilantro (optional); Lime wedges (for serving); 2 ripe avocados, mashed; 1 tbsp lime juice; ¼ tsp salt; ¼ tsp black pepper; ½ cup mayonnaise; ¼ cup plain yogurt or sour cream; 1 tsp garlic powder; ½ tsp paprika; 1 tbsp lime juice; Salt + pepper to taste

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The moment a wrap hits a hot skillet, you get that toasty tortilla smell that makes everyone peek into the kitchen. This Crispy Chicken Avocado Wrap is loaded with crunchy chicken bites, creamy avocado, crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and melty cheese, then finished with a quick creamy sauce and toasted until golden. It’s the kind of easy meal that feels restaurant-worthy but comes together fast, perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.

If you love wraps that are crunchy on the outside and creamy inside, this one is going to be on repeat.

What Makes This Special

This wrap nails the best combo of textures and flavors:

Crunchy chicken + creamy avocado = unbeatable contrast
Fresh veggies keep it bright and not heavy
Toasted finish gives that “grilled wrap” vibe at home
Super flexible (swap sauces, add heat, make it lighter)

Gather These Ingredients

Wrap Base

4 large flour tortillas (burrito-size)
2 cups cooked crispy chicken bites (see options below)
1½ cups shredded cheddar (or a cheddar blend)
2 cups shredded lettuce
1 cup diced tomatoes
½ cup diced red onion (optional)
Chopped cilantro (optional)
Lime wedges (for serving)

Quick Avocado Layer

2 ripe avocados, mashed
1 tbsp lime juice
¼ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper

Creamy Sauce

½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup plain yogurt or sour cream
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp paprika
1 tbsp lime juice
Salt + pepper to taste

Crispy Chicken Options

Pick one:

Fastest: frozen breaded chicken bites (air-fried or baked)
Homemade: chicken breast pieces breaded and baked/air-fried
Lighter: grilled chicken strips (less crunchy, still great)

Step by Step

Make the avocado mash
Mash avocados with lime juice, salt, and pepper until creamy.
Mix the sauce
Stir mayonnaise, yogurt (or sour cream), seasonings, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
Cook the chicken (if needed)
Air fry or bake until crispy and hot.
Assemble each wrap
On a tortilla, spread:

a spoonful of sauce
a generous layer of avocado mash
Then add chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, onion (optional), and shredded cheese.

Roll tight
Fold in sides, then roll firmly like a burrito.
Toast for that golden finish
Heat a skillet over medium. Add a tiny bit of oil or butter.
Toast wraps seam-side down 2–3 minutes per side until golden and the cheese melts.

Prep: ~15 min

Cook: ~10 min

Total: ~25 min

Servings: 4 wraps

Plan Ahead

Prep sauce + avocado mash (best within 24 hours)
Cook chicken ahead and refrigerate up to 3 days
Assemble wraps and toast right before eating for best crunch

How to Store Leftovers

Fridge: wrapped, up to 2 days
Reheat in a skillet over low-medium heat to re-crisp
Tip: store lettuce separately if you want the wrap extra fresh.

Perfect Pairings

baked fries or potato wedges
corn salad
simple coleslaw
salsa + extra lime on the side

Make It Your Own

Spicy: add hot sauce or a pinch of cayenne to the sauce
Southwest: add corn + black beans + extra lime
Extra cheesy: add cheese both under and over the chicken
Lighter: use grilled chicken and swap mayo for more yogurt

FAQs

How do I keep the wrap from opening?

Don’t overfill, roll tight, and toast seam-side down first.

Can I make it without avocado?

Yes, use extra sauce or a simple yogurt-lime dressing.

Can I use an air fryer to toast?

Yes, air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 4–6 minutes, flipping once.

Final Thoughts

This Crispy Chicken Avocado Wrap is crunchy, creamy, fresh, and super satisfying, exactly the kind of quick meal that feels like a treat without being complicated. Toast it, slice it, and enjoy that melty, crispy bite every time.

Crispy Chicken Avocado Wrap

Author: anastasia-rice
Total Time: 25
Yield: 4 wraps 1x
Diet: Omnivore

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Description

A crunchy and creamy wrap filled with crispy chicken, avocados, fresh veggies, and a quick creamy sauce, toasted to golden perfection.

Instructions

Mash avocados with lime juice, salt, and pepper until creamy.
Stir together mayonnaise, yogurt (or sour cream), seasonings, lime juice, salt, and pepper to make the sauce.
If needed, cook chicken bites by air frying or baking until crispy and hot.
On a tortilla, spread a spoonful of sauce and a generous layer of avocado mash.
Add chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, onion (optional), and shredded cheese.
Fold in sides of the tortilla and roll tightly like a burrito.
Heat a skillet over medium and add a tiny bit of oil or butter.
Toast the wraps seam-side down for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and the cheese melts.