Description
Southwest Chicken Wraps are a vibrant and flavorful meal option, perfect for busy weeknights or casual dining. With tender marinated chicken, a medley of fresh vegetables, and zesty chipotle sauce, these wraps deliver a satisfying burst of flavors while being packed with protein and nutrients. Ready in just 30 minutes, they are easily customizable to suit your preferences, making them ideal for lunch or dinner. Whether you’re preparing for meal prep or looking for a quick bite, these wraps will surely please everyone at the table.
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 (to sauté the veggies)
- ¾ cup thawed or fresh corn kernels
- 1 cup black beans (drained and rinsed)
- ¼ cup cotija cheese
- ⅓ cup sour cream
- 1½ Tbsp honey
- ½–1 Tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo
- 1 Tbsp lime juice
- 3 Tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1–2 Tbsp water (to thin the crema a bit)
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Marinate diced chicken in olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, and chipotle for at least 15 minutes.
- Cook rice according to package instructions.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté marinated chicken for about 12–15 minutes until cooked through.
- Sauté chopped veggies with garlic until softened; mix with the chicken.
- Assemble wraps by layering rice, chicken mixture, beans, corn, cheese, and drizzle with sauce.
- Wrap tightly and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 80mg