Southwest Chicken Wrap with High-Protein Chipotle Sauce

Looking for a quick and protein-packed meal idea? These Southwest Chicken Wraps are a flavorful, easy-to-make lunch or dinner that’s ready in under 15 minutes.


As a busy mom, I don’t have much time to spend in the kitchen, so I need quick, balanced meals that are packed with protein and taste good. That’s why these Southwest Chicken Wraps have quickly become a go-to meal for me — they’re simple to make, delicious, and can be on the table in under 15 minutes.

These wraps are made with chicken, black beans, sweet corn, and a zesty high-protein southwest sauce that ties it all together. They’re so good you’ll want them on repeat!

Southwest Chicken Wraps

You will love Southwest Chicken Wraps because:

  • Southwest chicken wraps are quick and easy to make
  • They are packed with protein to keep you full
  • Bursting with bold, zesty flavors
  • Southwest chicken wraps are perfect for busy days or meal prep

Southwest Chicken Wraps

How to make Southwest Chicken Wraps:

  • Warm the tortilla to make it easier to fold without tearing.
  • Heat a skillet over medium heat.
  • Spread avocado or guacamole over the tortilla.
  • Add a generous layer of southwest sauce.
  • Top with romaine lettuce, black beans, corn, chicken, and tomatoes.
  • Fold the tortilla like a burrito.
  • Add a little oil to the skillet and cook the wrap on both sides until golden and crisp.

Substitutions:

  • Swap chicken for ground turkey, shredded beef, or a plant-based protein.
  • Use whole wheat, spinach, or gluten-free tortillas for a healthier or allergy-friendly option.
  • Replace Greek yogurt with sour cream for a richer sauce.
  • Add a squeeze of hot sauce or jalapeños for extra spice.
  • Include bell peppers, onions, or cilantro for added crunch and flavor.

Recipe Tips:

  • Warm the tortilla before assembling to prevent tearing and make it easier to fold.
  • Make the sauce ahead of time and keep it in the fridge for up to a week.
  • Double the sauce recipe to have extra for dipping or drizzling over other meals.
  • Use rotisserie chicken for a quick and easy protein option.

Taste and Texture:

Each bite of these Southwest Chicken Wraps is packed with bold, zesty flavors from the high-protein southwest sauce, balanced by the creamy, rich texture of avocado. The crisp tortilla wrap holds tender, juicy chicken, crunchy romaine, sweet bursts of corn, and the hearty bite of black beans, creating a perfectly satisfying and flavorful meal.

Try these Southwest Chicken Wraps once, and they’ll be on repeat in your kitchen too!

Serve and Store:

  • Slice the wrap in half and serve warm for the best flavor.
  • Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.

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Southwest Chicken Wraps

Southwest Chicken Wrap with High-Protein Chipotle Sauce

Looking for a quick and protein-packed meal idea? These Southwest Chicken Wraps are a flavorful, easy-to-make lunch or dinner that’s ready in under 15 minutes.
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Ingredients
  

Southwest chicken wraps

  • 4 burrito-sized tortillas
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast (diced, shredded or cut into strips)
  • 2 avocados (or avocado/guacamole mash packs)
  • high-protein southwest sauce
  • 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
  • 1 can black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 can corn (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes

High-Protein Southwest Sauce

  • 3/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 lime juiced
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions
 

High-Protein Southwest Sauce

  • Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix until smooth.
  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.

Southwest Chicken Wraps

  • Warm the tortillas to make them easier to fold without tearing.
  • Heat a skillet over medium heat.
  • Spread avocado or guacamole over each tortilla.
  • Add a generous layer of southwest sauce.
  • Top with romaine lettuce, black beans, corn, chicken, and tomatoes.
  • Fold each tortilla like a burrito.
  • Add a little oil to the skillet and cook each wrap on both sides until golden and crisp.
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