Description
Southwest chicken wraps combine zesty spices and fresh ingredients for a quick, satisfying meal. Crisp tortillas envelop seasoned chicken, creating a delicious handheld lunch you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts, cooked and shredded or diced
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup corn kernels
- 1 cup romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons salsa
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
Instructions
- Craft a zesty blend of creamy sauce by whisking together tangy sour cream, vibrant salsa, freshly squeezed lime juice, and a medley of bold spices including chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and paprika.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, combine shredded cooked chicken with hearty black beans, sweet corn kernels, juicy cherry tomatoes, piquant red onion, and melty shredded cheese.
- Generously drench the chicken mixture with the prepared spicy-creamy sauce, thoroughly tossing to ensure every morsel is perfectly coated.
- Arrange soft tortillas on a clean surface and strategically distribute the flavorful filling across each wrap, leaving enough room for precise folding.
- Create a tight, compact wrap by carefully folding the tortilla sides inward, then rolling from bottom to top with gentle but firm pressure.
- Using a sharp knife, slice each wrap diagonally to create visually appealing halves that showcase the colorful interior.
- Serve immediately to maintain the tortilla’s ideal texture and preserve the fresh, vibrant flavors of the southwestern-inspired filling.
Notes
- Customize the sauce by swapping Greek yogurt for sour cream to reduce calories and add protein.
- Swap chicken with tofu or jackfruit for a vegetarian version that maintains the Southwest flavor profile.
- Prep ingredients ahead of time for quick assembly during busy weeknights, storing chicken and vegetable mix separately in airtight containers.
- Use whole wheat or gluten-free tortillas to accommodate different dietary needs without compromising taste and texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Rolling
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg