Description
Southwest Chicken Wraps are a fresh, flavorful, and easy-to-make meal. Tender grilled or sautéed chicken is paired with a combination of fresh veggies, creamy ranch or chipotle dressing, and wrapped in a soft tortilla. These wraps are perfect for a quick lunch or dinner and are a great way to enjoy southwest-inspired flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Wraps:
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1/2 cup creamy ranch dressing or chipotle ranch dressing
- Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Rub the seasoning mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove the chicken from the pan and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it thinly.
- Prepare the Wraps: Lay the flour tortillas flat on a clean surface. In the center of each tortilla, layer a handful of shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, black beans, corn kernels, shredded cheese, and sliced chicken.
- Drizzle with Dressing: Drizzle the creamy ranch or chipotle ranch dressing over the chicken and veggies.
- Wrap It Up: Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then roll it up tightly to enclose the filling.
- Serve: Slice the wraps in half and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired. Serve immediately with extra dressing on the side, if desired.
Notes
- For a spicy kick, add jalapeño slices or use chipotle ranch dressing.
- If you want to make the wraps ahead of time, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 2 hours.
- Feel free to swap the chicken for grilled shrimp or beef if preferred.
- These wraps are great served with a side of salsa, guacamole, or tortilla chips.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling or Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg