Lawn Games Picnic Chicken Salad Wraps
These refreshing chicken salad wraps are filled with crisp vegetables and a tangy yogurt dressing, perfect for enjoying outdoors at a park or picnic. This american-inspired sandwiches & wraps ready in about 15 minutes pairs shredded cooked chicken breast, plain Greek yogurt, finely diced celery stalks for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2, finely diced celery stalks
- 1/2 cup halved red grapes
- 1/4 cup chopped toasted walnuts
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups mixed salad greens
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast, 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, 2 finely diced celery stalks, 1/2 cup halved red grapes, and 1/4 cup chopped toasted walnuts.
- Step 2: Stir in 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp dijon mustard, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until the mixture is evenly coated and creamy.
- Step 3: Lay out 4 large flour tortillas flat on a clean surface. Divide 2 cups mixed salad greens evenly among the tortillas, placing them in the center.
- Step 4: Spoon the chicken salad mixture evenly over the greens on each tortilla. Fold the sides in and roll tightly to form wraps.
- Step 5: Slice each wrap diagonally and serve chilled or at room temperature, perfect for outdoor enjoyment at a park or picnic.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Lawn Games Picnic Chicken Salad Wraps take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (15 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Lawn Games Picnic Chicken Salad Wraps?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep plain greek yogurt from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Lawn Games Picnic Chicken Salad Wraps?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Lawn Games Picnic Chicken Salad Wraps for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Lawn Games Picnic Chicken Salad Wraps?
American sandwiches & wraps like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.