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This Pesto Chicken and Avocado Bacon Salad Wrap is the perfect wrap to enjoy for lunch or dinner. Grilled chicken wrapped up with Caesar salad tossed greens, avocado, bacon, and basil pesto. This colorful grilled chicken wrap is simple to make, wholesome, and delicious. Use leftover grilled chicken or make my spicy black pepper chicken on the grill. The wraps are great either way and yummy served warmed or chilled.

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Can you believe this is basically the first wrap recipe I’ve ever shared? I’ve avoided things like wraps and burritos for the longest time. And for the silliest reason…they’re hard for me to photograph. I know, how dumb, but we all have our hang-ups in life.

But I’m moving beyond and embracing wraps this summer. They feel new and exciting to me and that’s just what I need. New, fun, and exciting.

I made these the very last day before heading off to LA the other week. I wasn’t planning on being able to get these done in time. But I really wanted to try so that I’d be able to share them ahead of Memorial Day weekend. And I am so glad I did! They’re perfect for using up any leftover chicken or for grilling up on Memorial Day.

Ingredients

  • Large tortillas 
  • Gluten free tortillas 
  • Shredded lettuce
  • Avocado 
  • Fresh basil 
  • Basil pesto 
  • Grilled chicken 
  • Cooked bacon 
  • Crumbled blue cheese or shredded cheddar 
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Ingredients for the wraps

  • 4 large tortillas or gluten free tortillas
  • grilled chicken or rotisserie chicken
  • shredded lettuce or spinach
  • sliced or diced avocado
  • fresh basil (consider an herb garden on your front steps or side yard for fresh herbs year round)
  • basil pesto
  • cooked bacon
  • crumbled blue cheese or shredded cheddar
  • (If you want to add more to your wrap, red onion, cucumbers, and tomatoes would be delicious)

Here are the quick details

The recipe calls for already cooked chicken. You can use whatever you have on hand. Or make the black pepper chicken I often grill during the warm weather months.

It’s simply chicken tenders, tossed with olive oil, either cajun seasoning or fajita seasoning, and black pepper. Literally just three ingredients, but this mix is a go-to for me. I gave you the recipe in the notes section, so you can use that, or as I said, use leftover chicken.

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The reason I really wanted to make these? I wanted another recipe to use my homemade tortillas with. If you guys haven’t made these yet, please make them soon! They are far superior to anything you might find at the store.

Very soft, but with deliciously charred pockets and so much flavor. They’re perfect for this style of wrap because you can really taste the tortillas.

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The salad

For the salad, I made a short-cut Caesar dressing and tossed it with some shredded romaine lettuce, cubed avocado, and fresh basil.

The dressing is obviously key, it adds creaminess plus flavor to each wrap.

When you have the salad tossed, all that’s left is to roll the wraps. As I mentioned, I used my homemade tortillas, then layered on some basil pesto, the Caesar salad, grilled chicken, bacon, and some blue cheese. If you don’t enjoy blue cheese, you can use shredded cheddar or even just crumbled feta.

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Then, wrap and roll burrito style.

Since I used fresh grilled chicken and warm tortillas off the skillet, I didn’t feel the need to warm my wraps. But if you like, you can cook them in a skillet with a little olive oil until warmed. Or serve them chilled – either way is honestly so delicious.

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These would be really nice for your Memorial Day picnics…and any other summer outings to follow.

I know Creighton wishes he had his own wrap will sitting here by the pool!

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Looking for other picnic-style sandwich recipes? Here are a few ideas:

Honey Mustard Chicken Avocado Sandwich with Tahini Ranch

Picnic Style Brie and Prosciutto Sandwich

Grilled Vegetable Burrata Sandwich

Lastly, if you make this Pesto Chicken and Avocado Bacon Salad Wraps, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!

What does basil pesto consist of?

Traditional pesto is a blend of fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, extra-virgin olive oil, and Parmesan cheese (you can hold on the cheese for a vegan variety). Use a food processor to easily mix up your pesto! It was traditionally made by mixing the ingredients with a mortar and pestle.

Is pesto healthy?

Yes! All of the ingredients in pesto have health benefits and the fat source is considered unsaturated.

Where did pesto originate?

The bright green, herby sauce originated in Genoa, Italy.

How else can I use pesto?

Add a dollop of pesto to pasta, spread on sandwich bread, or add to poultry and vegetables. It’s a versatile spread that is delicious when used a number of ways!

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Pesto Chicken and Avocado Bacon Salad Wraps

Author: Tieghan Gerard
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 wraps
Calories Per Serving: 792 kcal

Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.

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Ingredients

Caesar dressing

Wraps

US Customary – Metric

Instructions

  • 1. To make the dressing. Combine all ingredients in a bowl or glass jar. Taste and adjust the salt and pepper.
    2. To make the wraps. In a large salad bowl, combine the lettuce, avocado, and basil. Toss with 1/2 of the dressing.
    3. Place one tortilla at a time in the microwave for 20 seconds. Spread on a layer of pesto, then add the salad, chicken, bacon, and cheese. Drizzle over more dressing. Fold the tortilla over the ingredients. Fold sides and ends of tortillas over filling and roll forward. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
    4. Serve room temp or place in a skillet with olive oil to warm. Enjoy with extra dressing and pesto.

Notes

Grilled Black Pepper Chicken: In a bowl, toss 1 pound of chicken tenders with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1-2 tablespoons cajun or fajita seasoning, and a good pinch of black pepper. Grill the chicken until lightly charred and cooked through, turning halfway through cooking, about 10 to 12 minutes.
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This post was originally published on May 23, 2022
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  1. Love the recipe but my tortillas were dreadful! Followed the steps in the recipe but they thickened in the pan and went so dry I couldn’t roll them. Shame cause they look so nice but I’ll have to make do with store bought ones I think

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    1. Hi Emily,
      Thanks so much for giving the recipe a try, so sorry to hear about your tortillas. It sounds like they may have been over mixed! Let me know how I can help! xx

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  2. Looks delicious! Can’t wait to try! Any suggestions on making it dairy free? Specifically a substitute for the parm in the dressing. Thanks!

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    1. Hey Rebecca,
      I would just use your favorite dairy free substitutes:) Please let me know if you give the recipe a try, I hope it turns out amazing for you! xx

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  3. 5 stars
    Just made this for lunch, so so good and easy to whip up. Used rotisserie chicken to make it even easier! Will definitely be making this again.

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    1. Hey Jess,
      Wonderful!! Thanks so much for trying this recipe, I love to hear that it was enjoyed!! xT

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  4. My husband likes a real simple meal, but this recipe sounded so good.
    We both loved it & it was so simple to make.

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    1. Hey Colleen,
      Thanks for your feedback! I love to hear that this recipe was a hit, thanks for trying it out! xTieghan

      Reply

  5. What grill pan are you using in the insta stories? I don’t see it linked under your kitchen favorites

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  6. 5 stars
    So easy and delicious! I’ve never considered myself a cook, but HBH gives me recipes I can follow with ease and tastes like I put tons of effort into it – including this one! Saved to my Recipe Box for sure.

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    1. Hi Bethany,
      Thanks for your feedback! I love to hear that this recipe was a hit, thanks for trying it out! xTieghan

      Reply

  7. 5 stars
    Omg! This was delicious and really easy to make. Scrumptious! (I cheated and used Guerrero tortillas, but they’re always good.) Thanks for another taste treat!

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    1. Hey Leslie,
      Thanks for your feedback! I love to hear that this recipe was a hit, thanks for trying it out! xTieghan

      Reply

    1. Hey Jessica,
      Thanks for your feedback! I love to hear that this recipe was a hit, thanks for trying it out! xTieghan

      Reply

    1. Hey Meghan,
      Thanks for your feedback! I love to hear that this recipe was a hit, thanks for trying it out! xTieghan

      Reply

    1. Hey Joyce,
      Thanks for your feedback! I love to hear that this recipe was a hit, thanks for trying it out! xTieghan

      Reply

  13. Haven’t made these yet , but I will soon. Your tortillas look paper thin and delicious, are they homemade and can you post the recipe. Thank you

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    1. They look amazing cant wait to make these. But how to get get the tortilla’s so thin and all the bubbles? They look sooo good!

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      1. Hey LeeAnn,
        If you follow the recipe as written that is how they should come out:) Please let me know if you have any other questions! xx

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  14. I haven’t made these yet, but I was hoping there would have been a link to your tortilla recipe!

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      1. Hey Brittany,
        Store bought is great:) Please let me know if you give the recipe a try, I hope you love it! xx

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