Description
Southwest Chicken Wraps are a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings together marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, and zesty sauces all wrapped in soft tortillas. Perfect for a quick lunch or a satisfying dinner, these wraps are not only easy to make but also customizable to suit your taste. With a preparation time of just 30 minutes, they’re an excellent option for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Packed with lean protein and colorful veggies, these wraps offer a nutritious meal that the whole family will enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 0.75 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ¼ cup lime juice
- 4 large tortillas
- 1 small red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, diced
- 1 cup black beans
- ¾ cup corn kernels
- ¼ cup cotija cheese
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the diced chicken in lime juice, olive oil, and spices for at least 15 minutes.
- Cook rice according to package instructions.
- Sauté marinated chicken in a skillet over medium heat until cooked through (12–15 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté bell pepper, jalapeño, and onion until tender. Add minced garlic and return chicken to warm through.
- Assemble wraps by layering rice, chicken mixture, black beans, corn, and cotija cheese on each tortilla. Drizzle with sauce if desired.
- Roll tightly like a burrito and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg