Description
Southwest chicken wraps blend spicy grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and zesty sauce in a handheld meal. Crisp tortillas and bold flavors create a satisfying lunch that delivers southwestern-style comfort in every delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 cups (480 ml) cooked chicken breast, sliced or shredded
Vegetables and Beans:
- 1 cup (240 ml) canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup (240 ml) canned corn, drained
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) chopped fresh cilantro
Cheese and Wrapping Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas or wraps
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) southwest or chipotle ranch dressing
Seasonings:
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Optional Toppings:
- Sliced avocado
- Jalapenos
Instructions
- Shred or dice the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces for optimal texture and even distribution throughout the wrap.
- In a spacious mixing vessel, amalgamate the chicken with black beans, sweet corn kernels, vibrant red bell pepper, diced onion, shredded cheese, and freshly chopped cilantro.
- Drizzle southwest dressing over the mixture, thoroughly tossing until each ingredient is uniformly coated and glistening with flavor.
- Gently season the filling with a pinch of salt and cracked black pepper to enhance the overall taste profile.
- Warm tortillas at 300°F for approximately 15-20 seconds to increase pliability and prevent cracking during wrapping.
- Distribute the prepared filling evenly across the center of each tortilla, ensuring balanced ingredient coverage.
- Fold the bottom edge of the tortilla over the filling, then tuck in the sides and roll tightly from bottom to top, creating a compact wrap.
- Using a sharp knife, slice each wrap diagonally in half for easier handling and attractive presentation.
- Serve immediately while warm or wrap individually in aluminum foil for convenient meal preparation and transportation.
Notes
- Swap protein options by using grilled tofu, shredded jackfruit, or ground turkey for diverse dietary needs.
- Toast tortillas lightly on a skillet to enhance flavor and prevent sogginess during preparation.
- Prep ingredients ahead of time and store separately to maintain ingredient crispness and prevent moisture buildup.
- Add fresh avocado slices or Greek yogurt for extra creaminess and nutritional boost when serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Rolling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 375 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg