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Easy Southwest Chicken Wraps Recipe – Best Meal Prep Idea


  • Author: Nora Winslow
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Packed with bold flavors, fresh veggies, and Southwest spices, these wraps are quick, customizable, and perfect for meal prep.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups (300g) cooked chicken, shredded or diced
  • 2 teaspoons Southwest seasoning (chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne)
  • 4 large flour tortillas (spinach or tomato wraps optional)
  • ½ cup (85g) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • ½ cup (85g) corn, canned or thawed if frozen
  • ½ cup (60g) shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
  • 1 cup chopped lettuce
  • ½ cup diced tomatoes
  • ¼ cup diced red onion
  • ¼ cup (60ml) Southwest dressing (ranch mixed with hot sauce or taco seasoning)
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice

Instructions

  1. Heat your skillet over medium heat. Add the cooked chicken and sprinkle with the Southwest seasoning. Stir until the chicken is evenly coated and warmed through.
  2. Chop your lettuce, tomatoes, and red onion. Toss them in a bowl with the lime juice and a pinch of salt.
  3. In a small bowl, mix the ranch dressing with a dash of hot sauce or taco seasoning. Taste and adjust spice as needed.
  4. Lay out your tortillas and spread a thin layer of dressing on each. Add a scoop of the seasoned chicken, black beans, corn, cheese, and veggie mix. Roll them up tightly, tucking in the sides.
  5. Optional: Heat the skillet again and lightly toast each wrap for 2-3 minutes per side for extra crispiness.

Notes

[‘Warm tortillas in the microwave for 10 seconds before assembling to prevent tearing.’, ‘Avoid overfilling the wraps to keep them intact.’, ‘Wrap tightly in foil or plastic wrap for storage up to 3 days in the fridge.’, ‘Freeze individually wrapped wraps for up to 1 month.’]

  • Prep Time: 12 minutes
  • Cook Time: 13 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: Southwest

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 wrap
  • Calories: 350
  • Fat: 12
  • Carbohydrates: 30
  • Fiber: 5
  • Protein: 20

Keywords: Southwest chicken wraps, meal prep, easy wraps, quick dinner, healthy lunch