Chicken Piccata Crunch Wrap (Printable)

Tangy piccata-infused chicken layered with spinach, cheese, and crispy tostada shells in a golden wrap.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
03 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
04 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
05 - 2 large eggs, beaten
06 - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs

→ Piccata Sauce

07 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
08 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
09 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
10 - 1/3 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
11 - 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
12 - 2 tablespoons capers, drained
13 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
14 - Zest of 1 lemon

→ Wrap & Crunch

15 - 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch)
16 - 4 tostada shells or baked corn tortillas for crunch
17 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
18 - 1 cup baby spinach leaves

# Method:

01 - Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create 4 thin cutlets. Season both sides evenly with salt and black pepper.
02 - Dredge each cutlet first in flour, then dip in beaten eggs, followed by coating with panko breadcrumbs, pressing lightly to adhere.
03 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Pan-fry breaded cutlets for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and allow to rest.
04 - Reduce heat to medium-low in the same skillet. Add butter and garlic; sauté for 1 minute. Pour in white wine and lemon juice, scraping browned bits. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in capers, parsley, and lemon zest, then remove from heat.
05 - Lay one tortilla flat. Layer with 1/4 cup baby spinach, 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella, one tostada shell, and one chicken cutlet (sliced if necessary). Drizzle generously with piccata sauce.
06 - Fold the edges of the tortilla up and over the filling, pleating carefully to form a sealed wrap.
07 - Heat a clean skillet over medium heat. Place the wrap seam-side down and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, pressing gently until golden and crisp.
08 - Repeat with remaining wraps. Serve warm, optionally garnished with extra parsley or lemon wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Fusion of Italian-American and Tex-Mex flavors
  • Easy to prepare with a balanced blend of tangy and crunchy elements
02 -
  • Substitute arugula for spinach for a peppery kick
  • For extra crunch lightly toast the tostada shells before assembling
03 -
  • Use fresh lemon zest for a bright flavor boost
  • Press the panko-coated chicken firmly to help crumbs adhere better
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