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Quick Easy Southwest Chicken Wrap

Flavor-Packed Quick Easy Southwest Chicken Wraps You'll Love

Enjoy these Quick Easy Southwest Chicken Wraps filled with juicy chicken, fresh veggies, and vibrant spices.
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Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Southwestern
Keyword: chicken wrap, Customizable Meal, Easy recipe, Healthy Lunch, Quick Easy Southwest Chicken Wrap, Southwestern Wrap
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Resting Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4 wraps
Calories: 350kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • large bowl

Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • 1 pound Chicken Tenders
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper Freshly ground for best flavor

For the Slaw

  • 1 cup Red Cabbage
  • 1 cup Green Cabbage
  • 1 small Red Onion
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Optional
  • 1/2 cup Southwest Dressing Can be swapped for yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Freshly squeezed

For Assembly

  • 4 Burrito-Sized Tortillas Warm for flexibility
  • 1 cup Avocados Sliced
  • 1 cup Shredded Goat Cheddar Cheese Can substitute with feta or Monterey Jack
  • 1 cup Tortilla Chips Optional, for crunch

Instructions

Instructions

  • Prepare Chicken: Combine paprika, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Season chicken tenders evenly with spices.
  • Cook Chicken: Heat avocado oil in skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken tenders for about 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  • Finish Cooking: Check that chicken's internal temperature reaches 165°F. Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing into bite-sized pieces.
  • Make Slaw: Mix reserved spices with red cabbage, green cabbage, red onion, cilantro, Southwest dressing, and lime juice. Toss gently to combine.
  • Prepare Tortillas: Warm tortillas in a dry skillet for about 20 seconds on each side. Spread Southwest dressing in the center.
  • Assemble Wraps: Layer tortillas with slaw, sliced chicken, avocados, shredded cheese, and optional tortilla chips. Roll tightly and slice in half.

Notes

Store leftover wraps in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze assembled wraps for up to 2 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1wrap | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 500mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 15IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 15mg