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Southwest Chicken Wrap

Delicious Southwest Chicken Wraps for Busy Weeknights

Enjoy these delicious Southwest Chicken Wraps, a quick and satisfying dish perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 wraps
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Southwestern
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Chicken Marinade
  • 0.75 lb Chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • 0.25 cup Lime juice freshly squeezed preferred
  • 0.5 tsp Chili powder adjust for spice preference
  • 0.5 tsp Onion powder
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp Smoked paprika
  • 0.25 tsp Salt adjust to taste
  • 3 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1.5 tbsp Chipotle pepper in adobo adjust for spice preference
Wrap Assembly
  • 4 large Tortillas whole wheat adds extra nutrition
  • 1 cup Rice uncooked; brown rice for a healthier option
  • 1 Red bell pepper
  • 1 Jalapeño remove seeds for milder flavor
  • 0.5 Red onion sliced
  • 0.75 cup Corn kernels thawed or fresh
  • 1 cup Black beans drained and rinsed
  • 0.25 cup Cotija cheese can be substituted or omitted
  • 0.33 cup Sour cream Greek yogurt can be used
  • 1.5 tbsp Honey adjust or omit based on taste
  • 3 tbsp Fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1-2 tbsp Water to thin sauce if necessary

Equipment

  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Blender

Method
 

Wrap Instructions
  1. Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces. In a bowl, mix together olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and chipotle pepper. Add chicken to the marinade and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Prepare the rice according to package instructions, usually boiling water, adding rice, and simmering for about 15-20 minutes. Fluff rice and set aside.
  3. Slice the red bell pepper, jalapeño, and red onion into thin strips. In a blender, combine sour cream, honey, and any additional chipotle pepper to create a zesty sauce.
  4. In a large skillet, heat and add the marinated chicken, sauté for about 12-15 minutes until cooked through.
  5. In the same skillet, add olive oil and sauté the sliced vegetables for about 8 minutes. Add garlic and cook for an additional minute, then combine with chicken.
  6. Warm the tortillas, layer rice, chicken and vegetable mixture, black beans, corn, and Cotija cheese on each tortilla. Drizzle with the sauce and wrap tightly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1wrapCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 20mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with extra veggies like avocado or zucchini. Make sure to warm the tortillas to prevent tearing.

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