Southwest Chicken Wraps

Why make this recipe

Southwest Chicken Wraps are a tasty and easy meal that your whole family will love. They are packed with flavor, colorful vegetables, and protein, making them a balanced dish. This recipe is perfect for lunch, dinner, or a quick snack. Plus, it’s simple enough for anyone to make, even if you’re short on time.

How to make Southwest Chicken Wraps

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 cup bell peppers, diced
• 1/2 cup red onion, diced
• 1 cup lettuce, shredded
• 1/2 cup corn, canned or frozen
• 1/4 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup ranch dressing or creamy sauce
• 4 large tortillas

Directions

1. In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken, chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder.
2. Mix in the diced bell peppers, red onion, lettuce, corn, and black beans.
3. Drizzle with ranch dressing and toss until everything is well combined.
4. Lay out the tortillas and evenly distribute the chicken mixture among them.
5. Roll up each tortilla tightly, folding in the sides as you go.
6. Cut in half and serve immediately.

How to serve Southwest Chicken Wraps

You can serve Southwest Chicken Wraps on a plate with extra ranch dressing on the side for dipping. They go well with fresh fruit or a side salad. This adds a nice touch for a complete meal.

How to store Southwest Chicken Wraps

If you have leftovers, you can wrap the Southwest Chicken Wraps tightly in plastic wrap or place them in an airtight container. They can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To enjoy later, you can eat them cold or reheat them in the microwave for a few seconds.

Tips to make Southwest Chicken Wraps

• Feel free to customize the veggies based on what you have at home. You can add things like avocado, tomatoes, or even jalapeños for some extra heat.
• To make it a bit healthier, use whole-wheat tortillas.
• You can prepare the chicken mixture ahead of time and store it in the fridge for quick assembly when you’re ready to eat.

Variation

You can switch out the ranch dressing for other sauces, such as salsa or guacamole. If you want a vegetarian option, use grilled veggies or chickpeas instead of chicken.

FAQs

Can I use store-bought rotisserie chicken for this recipe?
Yes, using store-bought rotisserie chicken can save you time and is a great way to cut down on prep work.

Can I freeze the wraps?
It’s best to freeze the filling separately from the tortillas because the tortillas can become soggy. Store the filling in an airtight container in the freezer and use it within a month.

How can I make it spicy?
To add some heat, you can mix in diced jalapeños or hot sauce into the chicken mixture.

Southwest Chicken Wraps

Southwest Chicken Wraps are a flavorful and colorful meal packed with protein and fresh vegetables, perfect for lunch, dinner, or a quick snack.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 15 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Lunch, Snack

Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex

Calories: 350

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main ingredients

• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Can use store-bought rotisserie chicken.
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 cup bell peppers, diced Feel free to customize with different veggies.
• 1/2 cup red onion, diced
• 1 cup lettuce, shredded
• 1/2 cup corn, canned or frozen
• 1/4 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup ranch dressing or creamy sauce Can substitute with salsa or guacamole.
• 4 large tortillas For a healthier option, use whole-wheat tortillas.

Method

 

Preparation

1. In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken, chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder.
2. Mix in the diced bell peppers, red onion, lettuce, corn, and black beans.
3. Drizzle with ranch dressing and toss until everything is well combined.

Assembly

1. Lay out the tortillas and evenly distribute the chicken mixture among them.
2. Roll up each tortilla tightly, folding in the sides as you go.
3. Cut in half and serve immediately.

Notes

You can serve with extra ranch dressing on the side for dipping. This dish pairs well with fresh fruit or a side salad. For leftovers, wrap tightly in plastic wrap or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.