Ingredients
For the Chicken:
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Filling & Wraps:
6–8 large 10-inch flour tortillas
1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved or diced
2 cups shredded romaine lettuce
For the Creamy Dressing:
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (or sour cream)
1 tbsp lime juice
1/4 tsp chipotle powder (optional, for heat)
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. 1. Prepare the Chicken: Pat chicken breasts dry, slice each horizontally into thinner cutlets or cut into bite-sized pieces. Toss with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
2. 2. Cook the Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer. Cook 4-6 minutes per side (or 5-7 minutes for small pieces) until golden brown and cooked through (165°F). Remove and rest a few minutes.
3. 3. Dice and Assemble Filling Ingredients: While chicken cooks, rinse and drain black beans, thaw corn if frozen, dice bell pepper, halve cherry tomatoes, and shred lettuce. In a large bowl, combine black beans, corn, bell pepper, and tomatoes.
4. 4. Prepare the Creamy Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lime juice, chipotle powder (if using), salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
5. 5. Slice the Chicken: Slice or dice the rested chicken, then add to the bowl with the other filling ingredients.
6. 6. Warm the Tortillas: Warm tortillas in a dry skillet (15-20 seconds per side), microwave (15-20 seconds), or oven.
7. 7. Assemble the Wraps: Lay a warm tortilla flat. Spread a spoonful of dressing down the center. Pile chicken-veggie mixture on top, then add shredded lettuce.
8. 8. Wrap it Up: Fold in sides, then tightly roll from bottom. Slice diagonally if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
Pro Tips: For best flavor, marinate chicken 20-30 minutes before cooking. Don’t overcrowd the pan. Warm tortillas well to prevent tearing. Avoid overfilling. Taste and adjust dressing. Can prep components ahead. For vegetarian, sub chicken with extra black beans, quinoa, or roasted sweet potatoes. Store components separately for up to 4 days. Reheat chicken gently, assemble fresh.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southwestern / Mexican-inspired
- Diet: dairy-free (if using dairy-free yogurt), nut-free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 730 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
