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Southwest Chicken Wraps

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These Southwest chicken wraps are a quick, flavorful, and easy meal prep option featuring smoky spiced grilled chicken, fresh veggies, creamy avocado, and a zesty southwest sauce, perfect for lunch or on-the-go meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch size; whole wheat or gluten-free optional)
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce (romaine or iceberg)
  • 1 medium tomato, diced
  • ½ cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
  • ½ cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or thawed frozen)
  • 1 avocado, sliced or mashed
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon chipotle hot sauce or adobo sauce
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Drizzle olive oil over the chicken and rub the spice mix evenly all over. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  3. Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and a golden-brown crust forms.
  4. Remove chicken and let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into thin strips.
  5. In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, lime juice, chipotle hot sauce, and a pinch of salt. Stir until smooth and adjust seasoning as desired.
  6. Chop lettuce, dice tomato, rinse and drain black beans, slice or mash avocado, and prepare corn.
  7. Lay out a tortilla and spread 2 tablespoons of southwest sauce over the center.
  8. Layer shredded lettuce, chicken strips, black beans, corn, diced tomato, avocado, and cilantro on the tortilla.
  9. Fold the sides of the tortilla in and roll tightly from the bottom up.
  10. Serve immediately or wrap in parchment/foil and refrigerate for later.

Notes

Warm tortillas briefly before assembling to prevent cracking. Rest chicken after cooking to keep it juicy. Store sauce separately if packing ahead to avoid soggy wraps. Use thighs for juicier chicken. Variations include vegetarian, low-carb, and dairy-free options.

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