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Southwest Chicken Wrap

Irresistibly Flavorful Southwest Chicken Wrap in 30 Minutes

A quick and vibrant Southwest Chicken Wrap, perfect for busy weeknight dinners, packed with flavor and customizable ingredients.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 wraps
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Southwestern
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice or lemon juice as substitute
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or canola oil as substitute
  • 1 chipotle pepper in adobo adjust or omit based on heat preference
For the Wrap Assembly
  • 4 large tortillas whole-grain or gluten-free options
  • 1 cup uncooked rice or quinoa/cauliflower rice as alternatives
  • 1 medium red bell pepper can substitute with green or yellow
  • 1 medium jalapeño omit for milder wrap
  • 1 medium red onion or green onions as substitute
  • 2 cloves garlic or garlic powder if needed
  • 1 cup corn kernels fresh or frozen
  • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup cotija cheese or feta, omit for dairy-free
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt, omit if desired
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup as alternative
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or avocado/mixed greens for garnish
  • to taste as needed water for thinning crema

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Begin by patting the chicken dry, then dice into bite-sized pieces. Combine chicken with olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and chipotle pepper. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Prepare uncooked rice according to package instructions, then set aside.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and sauté for 12-15 minutes until cooked through and golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add more olive oil if needed and sauté red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, and garlic for about 8 minutes. Add cooked chicken back and mix to combine.
  5. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet. Layer rice, chicken mixture, black beans, corn, cotija cheese, sour cream, and sauce in each tortilla. Fold tightly.
  6. Serve assembled wraps on a platter with cilantro or desired garnishes. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1wrapCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure chicken pieces are evenly cut for consistent cooking. Feel free to customize the veggies based on what's in season.

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