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Easy Southwest Chicken Wrap – Bold, Flavor-Packed Family Favorite

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Southwest Chicken Wraps are a delicious fusion of bold flavors and nutritious ingredients, featuring tender marinated chicken, vibrant vegetables, and zesty sauce wrapped in a soft tortilla. Perfect for lunch or dinner and ready in just 30 minutes.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 0.75 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp chipotle pepper in adobo
  • 4 large tortillas
  • 1 cup uncooked rice
  • 1 small red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 jalapeño, chopped
  • 1/2 red onion, sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 3/4 cup corn kernels
  • 1 cup black beans
  • 1/4 cup cotija cheese
  • 1/3 cup sour cream
  • 1 1/2 tbsp honey
  • 1/21 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 3 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 12 tbsp water
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Marinate diced chicken in lime juice, olive oil, seasonings, and chipotle for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Cook rice according to package instructions.
  3. Sauté marinated chicken over medium heat for 12–15 minutes until cooked through.
  4. In the same skillet, sauté peppers and onions until tender. Add garlic and cooked chicken back to warm through.
  5. In a small bowl, mix sour cream, honey, chipotle, lime juice, cilantro, water, and salt to create the sauce.
  6. Assemble wraps with rice, chicken mixture, beans, corn, cheese, and sauce on each tortilla.
  7. Roll tightly like a burrito and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Adjust chipotle amount to control spice level.
  • Warm tortillas slightly before assembling to prevent cracking.
  • Add lettuce or avocado for extra freshness.
  • Author: lily
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Southwest