Description
Southwest chicken wraps combine zesty spices and fresh ingredients for a quick, satisfying meal. Crisp tortillas enfold seasoned chicken, creating a delicious handheld lunch you’ll crave anytime.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Wrap and Toppings:
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup corn kernels
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1/2 cup shredded lettuce
Instructions
- Warm a skillet over medium heat with olive oil to prepare for chicken cooking.
- Create a robust spice blend using chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to coat the chicken thoroughly.
- Cook chicken for approximately 6-7 minutes on each side until internal temperature reaches 165°F, ensuring complete and safe cooking.
- Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes, then slice into thin, uniform strips for easy wrapping.
- Prepare a zesty sauce by combining sour cream with fresh lime juice, creating a tangy dressing.
- Arrange tortillas flat and layer with shredded cheese, black beans, sweet corn kernels, diced tomatoes, finely chopped red onion, and fresh cilantro.
- Strategically place sliced chicken strips across the layered ingredients.
- Drizzle the prepared lime-sour cream sauce evenly over the chicken and vegetable mixture.
- Sprinkle crisp, shredded lettuce for added texture and freshness.
- Carefully roll the tortilla, tucking in sides to create a secure wrap.
- Optional: Lightly grill the wrap for 2-3 minutes to achieve a golden, crispy exterior.
- Serve immediately while ingredients remain warm and tortilla is fresh.
Notes
- Boost flavor by marinating chicken in spices for 30 minutes before cooking to enhance depth and tenderness.
- Swap chicken with tofu or plant-based protein for a vegetarian version that maintains the zesty Southwest profile.
- Toast tortillas briefly on a skillet to prevent sogginess and add a delightful crispy texture to your wrap.
- Adjust spice levels by increasing or decreasing chili powder for personal heat preferences without compromising the authentic Southwest taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 378 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 430 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 33 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg