Description
This Easy Southwest Chicken Wrap recipe combines tender grilled chicken breast with fresh veggies, black beans, corn, and a flavorful pico de gallo, all wrapped in whole wheat tortillas. A light mayonnaise and shredded cheddar cheese add creamy and cheesy notes while keeping the wrap healthy and satisfying. Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, these wraps are easy to prepare and packed with balanced flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins & Dairy
- 1 pound grilled chicken breast
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, lite or fat free
- 1/3 cup lite mayonnaise, lite
Vegetables & Beans
- Romaine lettuce leaves, as needed
- 15 ounces black beans, one can, drained and rinsed
- 8 ounces corn, one can, drained well
- 3/4 cup pico de gallo
Wraps
- 6 whole wheat tortillas
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Cut the grilled chicken breast into thin, even strips to facilitate easy wrapping and balanced bites.
- Lay out the tortilla: Place one whole wheat tortilla flat on a clean chopping board or plate to assemble the wrap.
- Add the fresh greens: Layer one or two crisp romaine lettuce leaves on the tortilla, creating a fresh base for your wrap.
- Layer the beans and corn: Spread 2 tablespoons of drained black beans and 1 tablespoon of drained corn evenly over the lettuce for texture and flavor.
- Top with pico de gallo: Spoon 2 tablespoons of pico de gallo over the beans and corn to add a zesty, vibrant flavor.
- Add the chicken: Place the chicken strips over the pico de gallo to ensure every bite gets some protein.
- Dress and cheese: Drizzle a spoonful of lite mayonnaise over the chicken and sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese for creaminess and flavor.
- Roll the wrap: Neatly roll the tortilla up tightly to hold all the ingredients inside, ensuring it won’t unravel while eating.
- Repeat: Assemble the remaining wraps following the same method with the other tortillas and ingredients.
- Serve: Just before serving, slice each tortilla wrap in half diagonally to create easy-to-handle portions and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Use lite mayonnaise or Miracle Whip to keep the wrap lighter; alternatively, substitute with Greek yogurt for a tangy twist.
- Choose carb-conscious or whole wheat tortillas to increase fiber content and maintain a wholesome meal.
- You can use canned corn for convenience or freshly boiled corn for sweeter flavor.
- Opt for shredded cheese varieties that are fat-free or low-fat to keep the recipe healthier.
- For a different flavor profile, replace mayo or Greek yogurt with southwest calorie-conscious dressing.
Keywords: Southwest chicken wrap, grilled chicken recipe, healthy wraps, whole wheat tortilla wrap, black bean wrap, quick chicken lunch