Southwest Chicken Wraps
Southwest Chicken Wraps are a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, and zesty sauce all wrapped up in a soft tortilla. Perfect for a quick lunch or a family dinner, these wraps are not only delicious but also customizable to suit your taste. With just 30 minutes of preparation time, you can enjoy a protein-packed meal that’s both satisfying and nutritious. Make them ahead for meal prep or serve them fresh—either way, they’re sure to be a hit!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Ingredients
Scale
- 0.75 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ¼ cup lime juice
- 4 large tortillas
- 1 cup uncooked rice
- 1 small red bell pepper
- 1 jalapeño
- ½ red onion, sliced
- ¾ cup corn kernels
- 1 cup black beans
- ¼ cup cotija cheese
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and chipotle for at least 15 minutes.
- Cook rice according to package instructions.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the marinated chicken until fully cooked (12–15 minutes).
- Sauté chopped bell pepper, jalapeño, and red onion until tender; add minced garlic at the end.
- Assemble each tortilla with rice, chicken mixture, black beans, corn kernels, cotija cheese, and sauce.
- Roll tightly and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Find it online: https://allfoodierecipes.com/southwest-chicken-wrap/