These chicken rolls are a quick and delicious snack or light meal. They’re perfect for picnics, lunchboxes, or a simple dinner.
Ingredients:
- For the Chicken Filling:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup chopped celery (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped onion (optional)
- 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish (optional)
- 1 teaspoon mustard (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Rolls:
- 4 large flour tortillas or wraps
- Lettuce leaves (optional)
- Any other desired topping, such as cheese, or sliced tomato.
Instructions:
- Prepare the Chicken:
- If you don’t have pre-cooked chicken, you can poach, bake, or pan-fry the chicken breasts until cooked through. Let them cool slightly, then shred them using two forks.
- Mix the Filling:
- In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken, mayonnaise, chopped celery, chopped onion, pickle relish, mustard (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix well until everything is evenly combined. Adjust seasoning to your preference.
- Assemble the Rolls:
- Lay a tortilla or wrap flat on a clean surface.
- If using, place a few lettuce leaves in the center of the tortilla.
- Spoon an even amount of the chicken filling onto the center of the tortilla, over the lettuce.
- Add any other desired toppings such as cheese, or sliced tomato.
- Fold in the sides of the tortilla slightly, then roll it up tightly from the bottom.
- Serve:
- You can serve the chicken rolls whole or slice them in half or into smaller pieces.
- These rolls are great served immediately or can be wrapped in plastic wrap and refrigerated for later.
- Optional additions
- A light drizzle of hot sauce, or a sprinkle of paprika on the chicken mixture can add extra flavor.
Tips and Variations:
- For a spicier version, add a dash of hot sauce or a pinch of chili powder to the chicken filling.
- You can use other types of wraps, such as whole wheat or spinach tortillas.
- Add other vegetables like shredded carrots or bell peppers to the filling.
- For a creamy addition, spread a thin layer of cream cheese on the tortilla before adding the chicken mixture.
- For a healthier option, use greek yogurt in place of the mayonnaise.