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Smoky Southwest Chicken Wrap Recipe

Smoky Southwest Chicken Wrap Recipe

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  • Author: Mia
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Sautéing, Wrapping
  • Cuisine: Southwestern
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Southwest Chicken Wraps are loaded with marinated chipotle chicken, flavorful veggies, rice, beans, and a creamy Southwest sauce all wrapped up in a tortilla. A delicious and satisfying meal that’s perfect for lunch or dinner.


Ingredients

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For The Chicken

  • 0.75 lb chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
  • 1/4 cup lime juice (about one lime)
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp salt (more as needed)
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp chipotle pepper in adobo

Southwest Wrap

  • 4 large tortillas
  • 1 cup uncooked rice
  • 1 small red bell pepper
  • 1 jalapeño
  • 1/2 red onion, sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp olive oil to sauté the veggies
  • 3/4 cup thawed or fresh corn kernels
  • 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/4 cup cotija cheese

Southwest Crema

  • 1/3 cup sour cream
  • 1 1/2 tbsp honey
  • 1/2 to 1 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 3 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 12 tbsp water (to thin the crema)
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: Pat chicken dry, dice into small pieces, and coat with lime juice, seasonings, and chipotle pepper. Let sit for 15 minutes to 24 hours.
  2. Prepare Ingredients: Cook rice, slice veggies, and make the crema sauce.
  3. Cook Chicken: Sauté marinated chicken until cooked through, then set aside.
  4. Sauté Veggies: Sauté peppers, onions, and garlic, then add cooked chicken back to the skillet.
  5. Assemble Wraps: Fill tortillas with rice, chicken, veggies, beans, corn, cheese, and sauce. Wrap tightly like a burrito.
  6. Serve: Add extra sauce as desired and enjoy!

Notes

  • Chicken thighs can be used instead, adjusting cooking time.
  • Use mild or medium chipotle peppers if sensitive to heat.
  • Substitute plain Greek yogurt or dairy-free sour cream.
  • Excess crema can be used for dipping.
  • Do not overstuff wraps to prevent tearing.
  • For a toasted tortilla, pan-toast wrapped wraps on medium/high heat.
  • Store leftover wraps in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 wrap
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg