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Southwest Chicken Wrap

Best Southwest Chicken Wrap: A Flavorful and Versatile Meal


  • Author: Alison Recipes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 wraps 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Southwest Chicken Wrap is a delicious, easy-to-make meal packed with seasoned grilled chicken, black beans, corn, fresh veggies, and a creamy Southwest sauce. Perfect for a quick lunch, meal prep, or a light dinner, this wrap is bursting with bold flavors and a satisfying crunch!


Ingredients

Scale

For the Chicken:

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

For the Wraps:

  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • ½ cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • ½ cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes, diced
  • ½ cup romaine lettuce, shredded
  • ¼ cup red onion, diced
  • ¼ cup cilantro, chopped (optional)

For the Southwest Sauce:

  • ½ cup Greek yogurt (or sour cream)
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken:

  • In a small bowl, mix chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  • Rub the seasoning onto the chicken breasts.
  • Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat and cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, until fully cooked.
  • Remove from heat, let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice into thin strips.

2. Make the Southwest Sauce:

  • In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, hot sauce, cumin, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt.
  • Adjust seasoning as needed and set aside.

3. Assemble the Wraps:

  • Lay a tortilla flat on a clean surface.
  • Spread 1-2 tablespoons of the Southwest sauce on the tortilla.
  • Layer with sliced chicken, black beans, corn, shredded cheese, cherry tomatoes, lettuce, red onion, and cilantro.
  • Fold in the sides, then roll up tightly like a burrito.

4. Serve & Enjoy:

  • Slice in half and serve immediately, or wrap in foil for meal prep.
  • Enjoy with extra Southwest sauce for dipping!

Notes

  • Make It Spicy: Add hot sauce or extra jalapeño slices to the wrap for more heat.
  • Add More Veggies: Feel free to include extra veggies like bell peppers, zucchini, or spinach to make it more nutritious.
  • Meal Prep: The chicken can be cooked ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. Assemble the wraps when ready to eat.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Cuisine: Southwest, Tex-Mex, Quick & Easy

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 wraps
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 30g

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