Description
A flavor-packed, protein-rich meal that brings together bold Southwestern flavors in a healthy way.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¾ lb chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- ¼ cup lime juice (about 1 lime)
- ½ tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp salt (adjust as needed)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
- 4 large tortillas (whole wheat, flour, or gluten-free)
- 1 cup uncooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 small red bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 jalapeño (optional, for extra spice)
- ½ red onion (thinly sliced)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- ¾ cup corn kernels (fresh or thawed frozen)
- 1 cup black beans (rinsed and drained)
- ¼ cup cotija cheese (or feta)
- ⅓ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt for a healthier option)
- 1½ tbsp honey
- ½ – 1 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 3 tbsp fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1–2 tbsp water (to thin the sauce if needed)
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry and cut into bite-sized pieces. Combine lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt with chopped chipotle peppers in a mixing bowl. Stir to create a marinade, coat the chicken, cover, and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat, add marinated chicken, and cook for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and 165°F. Remove from heat.
- Prepare the Wrap Ingredients: Cook rice as per package instructions and slice veggies.
- Sauté the Veggies: In the skillet with olive oil, sauté bell peppers, red onion, and jalapeño for 5 minutes. Add garlic, cook for another minute.
- Assemble the Wraps: Warm tortillas, layer each with rice, chicken, veggies, corn, black beans, cotija cheese, and drizzle with crema. Wrap tightly.
- Toast & Serve: Grill wraps seam-side down in a skillet until crisp and golden, then serve with extra crema.
Notes
Wraps can be made in advance and stored separately for a couple of days. Freeze un-toasted wraps tightly for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: Approximately 550 per wrap
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Protein: 35 grams