Name: Copycat McDonalds Snack Wrap
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 60 min
Ingredients: 1 pound chicken tenderloins; 1 cup buttermilk (for marinating); 1 cup flour; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon black pepper; 1 cup panko breadcrumbs; Oil for frying; 4 large flour tortillas; 1 cup shredded lettuce; 1 cup shredded colby jack cheese blend; Ranch dressing or honey mustard (for drizzling)

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Remember when McDonald’s Snack Wraps were on the menu and we all fell in love with that crispy chicken, cheese, lettuce, and sauce tucked into a tortilla?

Now you can bring them back to life right at home! These Copycat McDonald’s Snack Wraps are every bit as good as the original, but fresher and even more customizable.

Crispy chicken strips, melty cheese, cool shredded lettuce, and creamy sauce come together in a soft tortilla for a quick and cozy handheld meal.

Perfect for picky eaters, after-school snacks, or easy weeknight dinners.

Serves: 4
Prep time: 15 minutes
Marinate time: 30 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes

A McDonald's meal with fries, a soft drink, and two chicken wraps on a plate with a side of ketchup.

A McDonald's meal with a cup of soda, fries in a red container, a plate with two chicken wraps, extra fries, and a metal cup of ketchup on a striped napkin.

How To Make Copycat McDonalds Snack Wrap

Raw chicken strips, shredded lettuce, flour, panko, spices, shredded cheese, tortillas, ranch, cheese sauce, and buttermilk displayed in bowls and plates on a white surface.

Ingredients

1 pound chicken tenderloins
1 cup buttermilk (for marinating)
1 cup flour
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
Oil for frying
4 large flour tortillas
1 cup shredded lettuce
1 cup shredded colby jack cheese blend
Ranch dressing or honey mustard (for drizzling)

A plate with two McDonald's wraps filled with chicken and lettuce, a side of fries with ketchup, and a soft drink, all placed on a striped napkin and wooden tray.

Two chicken wraps filled with lettuce and cheese are served on a white plate with a side of French fries and a small cup of ketchup.

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Place the tenderloins in a bowl with buttermilk, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to overnight).

2. Prepare coating: In a shallow dish, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir in panko breadcrumbs.

A bowl of breadcrumbs beside a bowl with pieces of meat soaking in milk, both on a white marble surface.

3. Remove chicken strips from buttermilk, dredge in flour mixture until well coated.

Raw chicken tenders coated in flour and seasonings are arranged on a paper plate with a blue leaf pattern.

4. Heat about 1 inch of oil in a skillet over medium-high.

5. Fry strips 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.

6. Air fryer: Spray strips with oil and air fry at 400°F for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway.

Six breaded and fried chicken tenders rest on a paper towel-lined plate, absorbing excess oil on a white marble surface.

7. To assemble the wraps warm tortillas slightly.

8. Spread each one with your sauce of choice.

9. Lay down shredded lettuce and a ¼ cup of cheese.

10. Place 2–3 chicken strips on top.

11. Drizzle with ranch or honey mustard.

12. Fold the tortilla over and serve!

A hand holding a soft tortilla wrap filled with fried chicken, shredded cheese, and lettuce.

A McDonald's wrap with crispy chicken, shredded lettuce, and cheese, served with fries, ketchup, and a soft drink on a white plate.

Substitutions

Chicken breasts → swap with chicken tenders for easier prep.
Buttermilk → use regular milk mixed with 1 teaspoon lemon juice.
Flour + panko → crushed cornflakes or plain breadcrumbs work in a pinch.
Cheese → use Colby for a true copycat, or mozzarella/Monterey Jack for variety.
Tortillas → whole wheat wraps, low-carb wraps, or even pita bread.
Sauce → swap ranch for honey mustard, BBQ, or spicy mayo.

Two McDonald's snack wraps filled with crispy chicken, shredded lettuce, and cheese on a plate, with a side of fries, ketchup, and a drink in the background.

A hand holds a tortilla wrap filled with lettuce, cheese, and a breaded chicken strip. In the background, there is a cup of red sauce and additional wraps on a plate.

Tips & Tricks

Marinate for flavor: The longer the chicken sits in buttermilk, the juicier it will be.
Don’t overcrowd the pan: Fry chicken in batches for the crispiest coating.
Warm tortillas: Microwave for 10–15 seconds so they don’t crack when wrapping.
Crispier option: Double-dip the chicken (buttermilk → flour → buttermilk → flour) for extra crunch.
Prep ahead: Make the chicken strips in advance and reheat in the air fryer for quick lunches.

Variations

Grilled Snack Wrap: Skip the breading and grill chicken strips for a lighter version.
Buffalo Snack Wrap: Toss cooked chicken in buffalo sauce before wrapping.
Spicy Snack Wrap: Add chili powder or cayenne to the coating for a kick.
BBQ Ranch Wrap: Swap ranch for a drizzle of BBQ sauce + ranch for smoky sweetness.
Kid-Friendly Mini Wraps: Use smaller tortillas and one strip of chicken for little hands.