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Southwest Chicken Wrap

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Southwest chicken wrap with chipotle crema is a simple and delicious wrap made with grilled chicken, fresh veggies, and a smoky, creamy sauce.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

For the Wraps:
  • 4 large flour tortillas burrito size or wrap size
  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil (or another neutral oil, for cooking)
  • 2 cups shredded lettuce romaine or butter lettuce
  • 1 cup sweet corn fresh, or frozen
  • 1 cup black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • 1 cup cooked rice white, brown, or cilantro-lime
Optional Add-ons
  • 1 small red onion sliced
  • ½ small red or yellow bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar, colby or jack
Chipotle Crema:
  • 1/2 cup Mexican crema sour cream, or Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo sauce finely chopped
  • 1 tsp lime juice
Optional Garnishes:
  • Fresh cilantro
  • Lime wedges

Equipment

  • 1 Large skillet or grill pan
  • 1 Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Cutting Board and Knife
  • 1 Spoon or spatula
  • 1 Large plate or tray

Method
 

  1. Season the chicken with chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, then set it aside. Warm each tortilla in a dry skillet for a few seconds on each side until soft, then set aside. Heat avocado oil in the same skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken until golden and fully cooked. Let the chicken rest for a couple of minutes, then dice it into small pieces.
  2. In a small bowl, mix Mexican crema, chipotle peppers, and lime juice, adjusting the spice and tanginess to your liking.
  3. Using the same skillet, add more avocado oil if needed. If you're using onions, cook the sliced red onions first until softened. Then stir in the black beans and corn, heating everything through.
  4. Lay a warmed tortilla flat. Add rice to the center, followed by the black beans and corn mixture, diced chicken, a drizzle of chipotle crema, and shredded lettuce. Add avocado slices if desired. Fold the sides inward, roll tightly from the bottom, and toast in a dry skillet seam-side down for 1 minute per side.
  5. Slice in half, garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges if you like, and enjoy!

Notes

Top Tips

  • Coat the chicken evenly with the spice mix for the best flavor.
  • Use fresh or frozen corn for a sweeter, fresher taste.
  • Toast the wraps in a skillet to get them crispy and help seal the edges.

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