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Vibrant fresh Southwest chicken wrap held in paper wrapper, stuffed with grilled chicken strips, colorful bell peppers, red onions, black beans, corn, avocado slices, shredded lettuce, and melted cheese, on a clean white paper tray with a side of lime wedge and cilantro sprig.

Fresh Southwest Chicken Wraps

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These Fresh Southwest Chicken Wraps are a guilt-free, flavor-packed lunch or dinner ready in under 20 minutes. Grilled chicken, crisp veggies, beans, and avocado make it hearty and nutritious.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2 wraps 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 large whole wheat tortillas
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced thinly
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne (optional)
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed
  • 1/2 cup canned black beans, rinsed & drained
  • 1/4 avocado, sliced
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Optional: hot sauce or chipotle mayo

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, toss chicken with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat; cook chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until cooked through. Let rest, then slice.
  3. Same skillet: sauté bell peppers and onion for 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp.
  4. Warm tortillas in skillet or microwave.
  5. Layer tortillas with lettuce, black beans, corn, peppers, chicken, avocado, cheese, and lime juice.
  6. Roll tightly, wrap in parchment paper, and serve.

Notes

  • For meal prep: store components separately and assemble just before eating to keep tortillas from getting soggy.
  • Vegetarian option: swap chicken for grilled portobello mushrooms or tofu.
  • Spice level adjustable — reduce or omit cayenne for milder taste.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Southwest
  • Diet: High-Protein

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 wrap
  • Calories: 375 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 9g
  • Protein: 31g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg
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