The Ultimate Galley Chicken Bacon Ranch Wrap
- Chef Ben
- 3 days ago
- 3 min read
Look, sometimes you just need a wrap that actually fills you up and doesn't fall apart the second you pick it up. This galley chicken bacon ranch wrap hits all the right notes - it's got protein, it's got crunch, and it tastes way better than anything you'd get from a gas station.
For the Wrap:
4 large flour tortillas (the bigger the better)
2 cups cooked chicken, diced or shredded
8 strips bacon, cooked and chopped
1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
1/2 cup ranch dressing (don't cheap out here)
2 cups lettuce, chopped
1 large tomato, diced
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
Optional Add-Ins:
Avocado slices
Pickles
Hot sauce
Cucumber slices
How to Build the Perfect Galley Chicken Bacon Ranch Wrap
Step 1: Prep Your Ingredients (10 minutes)
Get everything ready first:
Cook and chop the bacon (or use leftover bacon from breakfast)
Dice or shred your chicken
Chop the lettuce and tomato
Have your cheese and ranch ready to go
Galley tip: Do all this prep when you're cleaning up from breakfast - makes lunch assembly super fast.
Step 2: Warm the Tortillas
This step matters:
Warm tortillas in a dry pan for 30 seconds each side
Or wrap in damp paper towel and microwave for 20 seconds
Warm tortillas are way more flexible and taste better
Step 3: The Assembly Strategy (This is Key!)
Layer in this exact order:
Spread ranch dressing in the center, leaving 2 inches on all sides
Add the chicken on top of the ranch
Sprinkle the bacon pieces over the chicken
Add the shredded cheese
Top with lettuce, tomato, and any other veggies
Why this order works: The ranch acts like glue to hold the chicken and bacon in place, and the cheese helps bind everything together.
Step 4: The Wrap Technique
Here's how to not make a mess:
Fold in the sides first (about 2 inches on each side)
Starting from the bottom, roll tightly but not so tight you squeeze everything out
Keep rolling until you reach the top
Place seam-side down on plate
Pro tip: If you're making these for later, wrap each one tightly in foil or plastic wrap.
Variations That Work Great
Buffalo Chicken Ranch:
Add buffalo sauce to the chicken
Use blue cheese crumbles instead of shredded cheese
Add celery for crunch
BBQ Chicken Bacon:
Toss chicken in BBQ sauce instead of plain
Add red onion and pickles
Use cheddar cheese
Club Wrap:
Add turkey along with the chicken
Include avocado slices
Use Swiss cheese
Veggie-Heavy Version:
Add cucumber, bell peppers, and sprouts
Use less meat, more vegetables
Add avocado for creaminess
Galley Meal Prep Strategy
Make a batch: Prep all ingredients Sunday, assemble wraps as needed
Storage: Assembled wraps keep 2-3 days wrapped tightly in fridge
Portable: Perfect for taking on deck
Scaling: Easy to make 10+ galley chicken bacon ranch wraps for a hungry crew
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Overfilling: Less is more - you want to be able to actually wrap it
Wrong order: Wet ingredients (like tomatoes) can make tortillas soggy if placed wrong
Cold tortillas: They crack and tear easily
Ben's Gadgets
Knife Magnetic Strip
Keep your knife safely stored and easily accessible during all that chopping. With multiple onions and prep work, you'll appreciate having your knife right at hand.
Misen 8-inch Knife
A sharp knife makes quick work of the prep and ensures even pieces that cook uniformly.
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