Description
This Easy Southwest Chicken Wrap recipe is a quick and healthy meal option featuring grilled chicken, black beans, corn, fresh lettuce, and tangy pico de gallo wrapped in whole wheat tortillas. Ideal for a light lunch or dinner, these wraps offer a perfect blend of protein, fiber, and Southwest flavors with a creamy lite mayonnaise drizzle and shredded cheddar cheese. Ready in just 30 minutes, they are perfect for busy days or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
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Wrap Ingredients
- 1 pound grilled chicken breast, cut into strips
- 6 whole wheat tortillas
- Romaine lettuce leaves, as needed
- 15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed (1 can)
- 8 ounces corn, drained (1 can)
- 3/4 cup pico de gallo
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, lite or fat free
- 1/3 cup lite mayonnaise
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Cut the grilled chicken breast into thin strips to make them easy to layer and eat inside the wraps.
- Assemble the Wraps: Lay one whole wheat tortilla flat on a clean surface. Place 1 to 2 romaine lettuce leaves onto the center of the tortilla. Evenly distribute 2 tablespoons of black beans, 1 tablespoon of drained corn, and 2 tablespoons of pico de gallo on top of the lettuce. Add a generous portion of chicken strips.
- Add Sauces and Cheese: Drizzle about one spoonful of lite mayonnaise over the fillings, then sprinkle 2 to 3 tablespoons of shredded cheddar cheese evenly across.
- Roll the Wrap: Carefully roll the tortilla up tightly, securing all the ingredients inside without spilling. Repeat the assembly and rolling process for all 6 tortillas.
- Serve: Just before serving, cut each rolled tortilla in half diagonally to create easy-to-handle wrap halves, and serve immediately to enjoy the fresh flavors.
Notes
- Use lite mayonnaise or Miracle Whip to keep the wraps light and healthy.
- Greek yogurt can be used as a creamy substitute for mayonnaise.
- Whole wheat or low-carb tortillas help enhance the nutritional value.
- Opt for canned corn for convenience or use freshly boiled corn if preferred.
- Choose your favorite shredded cheese; fat-free versions are available to reduce calories.
- If you prefer, swap out mayonnaise or yogurt for a Southwest-style dressing to vary flavor and calories.
Keywords: Southwest chicken wrap, healthy chicken wrap, whole wheat tortilla wrap, easy lunch recipe, black bean wrap, quick chicken recipe