McDonald's Crispy Chicken Wrap Copycat
If you miss the iconic McDonald's Snack Wrap, this McDonald's Crispy Chicken Wrap Copycat is the homemade version you've been waiting for. Juicy chicken is coated in a perfectly seasoned crispy panko breading, fried until golden brown, then wrapped in a warm flour tortilla with crisp shredded iceberg lettuce, sharp cheddar cheese, and creamy ranch dressing. Every bite delivers the same nostalgic flavor you remember—but with fresher ingredients, an even crispier crunch, and restaurant-quality taste made right in your own kitchen. Perfect for quick lunches, easy family dinners, meal prep, or satisfying those fast-food cravings, this copycat recipe is sure to become a new favorite.
Ingredients
For The Crispy Chicken
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breast cut into strips
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1½ cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
For The Wraps
- 4 8-inch flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
- 1 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup ranch dressing
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and egg. Add the chicken strips and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- In another shallow bowl, combine the flour, panko, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing the excess to drip off.
- Press each piece firmly into the breadcrumb mixture until completely coated.
- Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a skillet or Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the chicken in batches for 4–5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Transfer the chicken to a wire rack to keep the coating crispy.
- Warm the tortillas for about 15 seconds in the microwave or a dry skillet.
- Spread ranch dressing over each tortilla.
- Top with shredded lettuce, crispy chicken, and cheddar cheese.
- Fold the bottom up, fold in both sides, and roll tightly.
- Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
Nutrition Information (Per Wrap)
Serving Size: 1 wrap| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 615 |
| Protein | 36g |
| Carbohydrates | 42g |
| Fat | 33g |
| Saturated Fat | 8g |
| Cholesterol | 145mg |
| Sodium | 965mg |
| Fiber | 2g |
| Sugar | 4g |
| Calcium | 22% DV |
| Iron | 18% DV |