Description
Southwest Chicken Wraps are a flavorful and easy-to-make meal featuring tender cooked chicken mixed with black beans, corn, and a spicy Southwest-style sauce. Wrapped in soft flour tortillas and optionally grilled for a crispy finish, these wraps are perfect for quick lunches, dinners, or meal prep with a tasty, satisfying blend of textures and bold flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or chopped)
- 1/2 cup black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1/2 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1/4 cup red onion (finely chopped)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
Sauce
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Wraps and Extras
- 4 large flour tortillas
- Optional extras: avocado slices, hot sauce, shredded lettuce
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: In a large bowl, mix together the sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper until well combined to create the flavorful Southwest-style sauce.
- Combine the filling: Add the cooked chicken, rinsed black beans, corn, diced red bell pepper, finely chopped red onion, and shredded cheese to the bowl with the sauce. Toss everything together until the ingredients are thoroughly coated and evenly mixed.
- Warm tortillas: Gently warm the flour tortillas to make them more pliable and easier to roll, either in a microwave for a few seconds or on a warm skillet briefly.
- Assemble the wraps: Spoon an even amount of the filling onto each tortilla. Add any optional extras such as avocado slices, hot sauce, or shredded lettuce for extra flavor and texture, if desired.
- Roll the wraps: Fold in the sides of each tortilla and roll tightly to encase the filling completely, ensuring the wrap holds securely.
- Optional grilling: For a crispier exterior, grill the wraps in a preheated pan or skillet over medium heat for 1–2 minutes per side until golden and slightly crispy.
- Serve: Slice the wraps in half and serve warm or chilled according to your preference. Enjoy immediately or store for later.
Notes
- These wraps make great meal prep — wrap tightly in foil or parchment and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
- Swap chicken for cooked shrimp or turkey for variety.
- Use a dairy-free yogurt instead of sour cream or Greek yogurt to make the recipe dairy-free.
- Grilling is optional but adds a delicious crisp texture to the wraps.
