Craving a meal that’s bursting with flavor but short on time? These BBQ Chicken Wraps are your answer. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe combines tender shredded chicken, smoky barbecue sauce, and crisp veggies, all bundled in a soft tortilla. It’s the perfect solution for a hectic weeknight dinner or a quick, satisfying lunch. You get all the robust flavor of a backyard barbecue in a convenient, handheld wrap that will have everyone asking for seconds.
We’ve designed this recipe to be incredibly simple without sacrificing taste. Whether you’re using leftover rotisserie chicken or quickly cooking up some chicken breasts, these wraps are a game-changer. Plus, they are completely customizable, so you can easily swap ingredients to please even the pickiest eaters in your family. Get ready to make this your new go-to meal!
Dinner is served! A perfect balance of smoky, creamy, and crunchy.
Why You’ll Love This BBQ Chicken Wraps Recipe
Incredibly Fast: From start to finish, this entire meal comes together in under 20 minutes, making it a true lifesaver on busy days.
Packed with Flavor: The combination of sweet and smoky BBQ sauce, savory chicken, sharp cheddar, and fresh veggies creates an irresistible taste experience.
Budget-Friendly: This recipe uses simple, affordable ingredients and is a great way to use up leftover chicken.
Customizable: Easily add or substitute ingredients to fit your family’s preferences. Add bacon, switch up the cheese, or toss in some extra greens!
Ingredients for the Perfect Wrap
The magic of these BBQ Chicken Wraps comes from combining simple, high-quality ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need:
Shredded Chicken: You can use a store-bought rotisserie chicken for ultimate convenience, or simply boil and shred two chicken breasts.
BBQ Sauce: Your favorite brand will work perfectly. Whether you prefer sweet, smoky, or spicy, the choice is yours.
Flour Tortillas: Large, 10-inch tortillas are ideal for holding all the delicious fillings without tearing.
Cheddar Cheese: Freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese melts beautifully and adds a tangy kick.
Red Onion: Thinly sliced for a bit of sharp, savory crunch.
Lettuce: Crisp romaine or iceberg lettuce adds a refreshing texture.
Ranch Dressing: A drizzle of creamy ranch dressing cools the smoky BBQ flavor and ties everything together.
For a different twist, you might enjoy these Sweet Chili Chicken Bites, which offer a similar easy-to-make chicken dish with a different flavor profile.
You won't believe how much flavor is packed into these simple wraps!
Step-by-Step Instructions
Making these wraps is as easy as 1-2-3. Follow these simple steps for a flawless result every time.
Prepare the Chicken: In a medium bowl, mix your shredded chicken with the BBQ sauce until every piece is evenly coated.
Warm the Tortillas: Heat the tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side, or in the microwave for 15-20 seconds. This makes them more pliable and prevents them from breaking.
Assemble the Wraps: Lay a warm tortilla flat. Sprinkle a line of shredded cheddar cheese down the center. Top with a generous portion of the BBQ chicken mixture, followed by sliced red onion and shredded lettuce.
Add the Finishing Touches & Wrap: Drizzle with ranch dressing. To wrap, fold in the sides of the tortilla first, then tightly roll it from the bottom up. This keeps all the fillings secure.
Serve Immediately: Slice the wrap in half and serve immediately for the best taste and texture.
Expert Tips and Variations
Take your BBQ Chicken Wraps to the next level with these expert tips and fun variations.
Tips for Success
Don’t Overstuff: It can be tempting to load up your wrap, but overfilling can cause it to tear. Be generous, but leave enough room to roll it tightly.
Shred Your Own Cheese: Pre-shredded cheese is coated in starches that prevent it from melting as smoothly. For the best gooey melt, shred a block of cheddar yourself.
Warm Your Tortillas: This is a crucial step! A warm tortilla is soft and flexible, while a cold one will crack and break when you try to roll it.
Flavor Variations
Add Bacon: For a salty, crispy addition, add a few slices of cooked, crumbled bacon.
Spicy Kick: Mix a little hot sauce or a pinch of cayenne pepper into your BBQ sauce, or add some sliced jalapeños to the wrap.
Add Veggies: Feel free to add other vegetables like diced tomatoes, black beans, or corn for extra flavor and nutrients. This is also a great use for leftover side dishes like our Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad.
Different Wraps: For a similar handheld meal with a different flavor, try our Teriyaki Chicken Wrap recipe.
What to Serve with BBQ Chicken Wraps
While these wraps are a fantastic meal on their own, they also pair wonderfully with a variety of side dishes. Consider serving them with a simple side salad, a bowl of coleslaw, or some crispy sweet potato fries. For a heartier meal, a comforting bowl of mac and cheese, like our White Cheddar Mac and Cheese, is always a winning combination.
Storage and Reheating Instructions
These wraps are best enjoyed fresh, as the tortilla can become soggy over time. However, you can store the components separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you’re ready to eat, simply warm the chicken, heat a tortilla, and assemble a fresh wrap in minutes. Avoid freezing assembled wraps, as the lettuce and dressing will not hold up well.
The wraps are best served fresh to prevent the tortillas from getting soggy. However, you can prepare the BBQ chicken mixture in advance and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Then, just assemble the wraps when you’re ready to eat.
A store-bought rotisserie chicken is the quickest and easiest option. You can also use leftover cooked chicken, or boil or bake two boneless, skinless chicken breasts and shred them with two forks.
There are many ways to customize your wraps! Try adding crispy bacon, black beans, corn, or sliced avocado. You can also switch the cheddar for Monterey Jack or a Colby blend, or add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the BBQ sauce for a spicy kick.
Absolutely! If you’re not a fan of ranch, you can omit it or substitute it with a creamy coleslaw dressing, a drizzle of sour cream, or even a zesty cilantro-lime crema.
The key is to warm the tortilla before rolling it to make it more pliable. Also, be careful not to overstuff it. Fold the sides in first, then roll from the bottom up to create a secure, burrito-style wrap.
The Perfect Quick and Easy Dinner
These BBQ Chicken Wraps are a testament to the fact that you don’t need to spend hours in the kitchen to create a delicious and satisfying meal. With their smoky flavor, creamy texture, and fresh crunch, they are sure to become a staple in your recipe rotation. We hope you love making them as much as we do!
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BBQ Chicken Wraps Recipe
FL Recipes
BBQ Chicken Wraps: The Ultimate 20-Minute Meal
These quick and easy BBQ Chicken Wraps are packed with shredded chicken, smoky barbecue sauce, cheddar cheese, and ranch. The perfect 20-minute meal for a busy weeknight dinner or a satisfying lunch!
3cupsshredded cooked chickena rotisserie chicken works great
1cupBBQ sauceuse your favorite brand
4large flour tortillas10-inch size
1.5cupsshredded sharp cheddar cheese
0.5red onionthinly sliced
1cupshredded romaine lettuce
0.5cupranch dressing
Equipment
1 Mixing Bowl
1 Skillet
Method
Default
In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken and BBQ sauce. Mix until the chicken is fully coated.
Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side, or in the microwave for 15-20 seconds until warm and pliable.
Lay a warm tortilla on a flat surface. Sprinkle a line of shredded cheddar cheese down the center of the tortilla.
Top the cheese with a quarter of the BBQ chicken mixture, followed by some thinly sliced red onion and shredded lettuce.
Drizzle with ranch dressing. Fold in the two sides of the tortilla, then roll it up tightly from the bottom.
Slice the wrap in half and serve immediately for the best results.
Nutrition
Calories: 580kcalProtein: 35gFat: 28gFiber: 3g
Notes
Tip 1: For extra flavor, add cooked and crumbled bacon to the wraps. Tip 2: Don't overfill the tortillas, or they may be difficult to roll and could tear. Tip 3: Warmed tortillas are more flexible and less likely to crack when you roll them.
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