Description
Southwest Chicken Wraps are a vibrant and flavorful meal that perfectly blends convenience with nutrition. Bursting with bold chipotle and lime flavors, these wraps are packed with protein, fresh vegetables, and can be made in just 30 minutes, making them an ideal option for busy weeknights. The soft tortillas encase a delicious mixture of marinated chicken, sautéed veggies, and zesty sauce, creating a satisfying dish that appeals to both kids and adults alike. Not only are they customizable to fit your dietary needs, but they also make excellent meal prep options for the week ahead. Enjoy the perfect balance of taste and health with this easy recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 0.75 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ¼ cup lime juice
- 1 Tbsp chipotle pepper in adobo
- 4 large tortillas
- 1 small red bell pepper
- 1 jalapeño
- 1 cup black beans (drained)
- ¾ cup corn kernels
- ¼ cup cotija cheese
- ⅓ cup sour cream
Instructions
- Marinate diced chicken in lime juice, olive oil, spices, and chipotle for at least 15 minutes.
- Cook rice according to package instructions while the chicken marinates.
- In a skillet, sauté marinated chicken over medium heat until fully cooked (12-15 minutes). Set aside.
- Sauté sliced veggies in the same skillet until tender; add garlic before finishing.
- Assemble wraps by layering rice, chicken mixture, veggies, beans, corn, cheese, and sauce onto warmed tortillas.
- Roll tightly and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 472
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 676mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 75mg