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Southwest Chicken Wrap


  • Author: oumardaabdelali
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Protein-rich

Description

A delicious and convenient meal option with tender chicken, fresh veggies, and zesty seasonings wrapped in a soft tortilla.


Ingredients

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  • 0.75 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • ¼ cup lime juice
  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp chipotle pepper in adobo
  • 4 large tortillas
  • 1 cup uncooked rice
  • 1 small red bell pepper
  • 1 jalapeño
  • ½ red onion, sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • ¾ cup corn kernels
  • 1 cup black beans
  • ¼ cup cotija cheese
  • ⅓ cup sour cream
  • 1½ Tbsp honey
  • ½1 Tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo
  • 1 Tbsp lime juice
  • 3 Tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 12 Tbsp water
  • ¼ tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Marinate the diced chicken in lime juice, olive oil, seasonings, and chipotle for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Cook the rice according to package instructions.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium heat and sauté the marinated chicken until cooked through, about 12–15 minutes.
  4. Add chopped red bell pepper, jalapeño, and sliced red onion to the skillet and sauté until tender.
  5. Add minced garlic and the cooked chicken back to the skillet, heating everything through.
  6. Layer the rice, chicken mixture, black beans, corn, cheese, and sauce on each tortilla.
  7. Roll each tortilla tightly like a burrito and serve immediately.

Notes

You can serve the wraps with a side of chips or salad. They pair well with extra salsa or guacamole. For added freshness, consider toppings like avocado or lettuce.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 wrap
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 54g
  • Fiber: 9g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: wrap, chicken, southwest, healthy meal, easy recipe