Southwest Chicken Wrap
This Southwest Chicken Wrap is packed with juicy seasoned chicken, crunchy veggies, creamy avocado, and a zesty yogurt-lime sauce. It’s bold but easily adjustable to mild (skip the chili), making it perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 12–15 minutes
Total: ~30 minutes
Serves: 4 wraps
Ingredients
Chicken
2 large chicken breasts, thinly sliced
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp cumin
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
Salt & black pepper, to taste
(Optional heat: pinch of chili powder)
Wrap Fillings
4 large flour or whole-wheat tortillas
1 cup romaine or iceberg lettuce, shredded
½ cup corn (grilled or canned, drained)
½ cup black beans, rinsed
½ red bell pepper, sliced
1 avocado, sliced
¼ cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack
Creamy Southwest Sauce
½ cup Greek yogurt (or sour cream)
Juice of ½ lime
1 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp smoked paprika
Salt to taste
Instructions
Season & Cook Chicken
Toss chicken with olive oil, spices, salt, and pepper.
Cook in a hot skillet or grill pan 5–6 minutes, stirring, until golden and cooked through. Rest briefly.
Make the Sauce
Whisk yogurt, lime juice, olive oil, smoked paprika, and salt until smooth.
Warm Tortillas
Heat tortillas in a dry pan or microwave until soft.
Assemble Wraps
Spread sauce on each tortilla.
Layer lettuce, chicken, corn, beans, pepper, avocado, and cheese.
Wrap & Serve
Fold sides in and roll tightly. Slice in half.
Notes & Tips
For extra flavor, char the corn quickly in a pan.
Keep it mild by skipping chili powder; add heat later with hot sauce.
Swap tortillas for lettuce cups for a low-carb option.
Frequently Asked Questions
Meal prep friendly?
Yes—store components separately up to 3 days; assemble when ready.
Can I use rotisserie chicken?
Absolutely—toss with spices and warm briefly.
Dairy-free?
Use dairy-free yogurt and skip cheese.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 460
Protein: 35 g
Carbs: 42 g
Fat: 18 g