Description
Spicy southwest chicken wrap delivers a flavor-packed punch of zesty ingredients that dance across your palate. Crisp tortillas cradle tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and bold seasonings, creating a quick, satisfying meal perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 0.75 pounds (340 grams) chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Liquid and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) lime juice, about one lime
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) chipotle pepper in adobo
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by patting it dry and dicing into small, uniform pieces. Transfer to a mixing bowl and incorporate marinade components, including oil, seasonings, lime juice, and chipotle pepper. Thoroughly coat the chicken and allow it to marinate for a minimum of 15 minutes or up to a full day for enhanced flavor development.
- Simultaneously, initiate rice preparation following package instructions. Assemble sauce ingredients in a high-speed blender or food processor, creating a smooth, vibrant crema for the wrap.
- Carefully slice vegetables and finely mince garlic. Heat a large skillet and introduce marinated chicken, cooking over medium temperature for 12-15 minutes until completely cooked through and slightly golden. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Clean the skillet and introduce peppers and onions with a touch of oil. Sauté vegetables for approximately 8 minutes, then incorporate minced garlic, reducing heat to low. Reintroduce cooked chicken to the skillet, gently warming without overcooking.
- Warm tortillas in preparation for assembly. Layer ingredients strategically: spread rice as a foundational layer, followed by seasoned chicken, sautéed vegetables, beans, corn, and cheese.
- Generously drizzle prepared sauce over the ingredients, ensuring comprehensive flavor distribution.
- Carefully fold and roll the wrap, tucking in edges to create a secure, compact package. Slice diagonally and serve immediately with additional sauce on the side for dipping.
Notes
- Marinate chicken in advance for deeper, more intense flavors that will make your wrap sing with southwestern zest.
- Always pat chicken dry before marinating to help seasonings stick and create a perfect golden-brown exterior when cooking.
- Customize wrap ingredients based on dietary needs by swapping tortillas for lettuce wraps or using gluten-free alternatives for a lighter meal.
- Keep extra sauce on the side for dipping or drizzling, allowing everyone to control their own flavor intensity and moisture level.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southwestern (American)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg