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Southwest Chicken Wrap Recipe

Southwest Chicken Wrap Recipe
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This Southwest Chicken Wrap is a flavorful and hearty meal featuring marinated chicken breast, sautéed vegetables, black beans, corn, and a creamy chipotle-lime sauce, all wrapped tightly in a warm tortilla. Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, this wrap is a delightful blend of smoky, spicy, and tangy flavors with a satisfying crunch and creamy finish.

Ingredients

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Chicken Marinade and Main Ingredients

  • 0.75 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • ¼ cup lime juice (about one lime)
  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ¼ tsp salt (plus more as needed)
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp chipotle pepper in adobo
  • 4 large tortillas
  • 1 cup uncooked rice

Vegetables and Additional Ingredients

  • 1 small red bell pepper
  • 1 jalapeño
  • ½ red onion, sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp olive oil (to sauté veggies)
  • ¾ cup thawed or fresh corn kernels
  • 1 cup black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • ¼ cup cotija cheese

Sauce/Crema

  • ⅓ cup sour cream
  • 1½ Tbsp honey
  • ½–1 Tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo
  • 1 Tbsp lime juice
  • 3 Tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1–2 Tbsp water (to thin the crema)
  • ¼ tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry and dice into small bite-sized pieces. Place the chicken in a large bowl and add the marinade ingredients: lime juice, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, olive oil, and chipotle pepper in adobo. Mix thoroughly to coat the chicken evenly. Allow it to marinate for 15 minutes or up to 24 hours for more flavor.
  2. Cook Rice and Prepare Sauce: While the chicken marinates, cook the rice according to package instructions. Prepare the sauce by combining sour cream, honey, chipotle peppers in adobo, lime juice, chopped cilantro, water, and salt in a high-speed blender or food processor until smooth.
  3. Cook Chicken: Slice the vegetables as directed. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the marinated chicken and sauté for 12-15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Sauté Vegetables: Wipe the skillet clean and add ½ tsp olive oil. Add chopped red bell pepper, jalapeño, and sliced red onion. Sauté for about 8 minutes. Add the minced garlic and reduce heat to low. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and warm gently, being careful not to overcook.
  5. Assemble the Wraps: Warm the tortillas. To each tortilla, layer rice, chicken and vegetables, black beans, corn kernels, and cotija cheese. Drizzle a generous amount of the chipotle-lime crema sauce over the filling.
  6. Wrap and Serve: Fold the sides of each tortilla and roll tightly like a burrito. Add extra sauce if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy your vibrant Southwest Chicken Wrap!

Notes

  • For best flavor, marinate the chicken for at least 15 minutes, but up to 24 hours is ideal.
  • Adjust chipotle peppers in adobo to your preferred spice level.
  • Sour cream can be substituted with Greek yogurt for a tangier and lighter sauce.
  • Use warm tortillas to make wrapping easier and prevent tearing.
  • Rice can be substituted with quinoa or cauliflower rice for a different texture or dietary preference.
  • If you prefer a milder wrap, omit or reduce the jalapeño.

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