Description
Southwest Chicken Wraps are a flavor-packed, nutritious meal perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a quick lunch or an impressive dinner. These wraps feature marinated chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a zesty sauce all wrapped in a soft tortilla. With just 30 minutes of prep time, they fit seamlessly into your busy lifestyle while allowing for customization to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy the delightful balance of spice and freshness in every bite as you create a satisfying dish that caters to both health-conscious eaters and flavor lovers alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 0.75 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ¼ cup lime juice
- 4 large tortillas
- 1 small red bell pepper
- 1 jalapeño
- ¾ cup corn kernels
- 1 cup black beans
- ¼ cup cotija cheese
Instructions
- Marinate 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).
- In the same skillet, sauté chopped vegetables until tender; add minced garlic towards the end.
- Assemble each tortilla with rice, chicken mixture, black beans, corn, cotija cheese, and drizzle with sauce.
- Roll tightly and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 78mg