Description
Experience the best of Southwest zest! Shredded chicken, black beans, and sweet corn are bound in a light, tangy sauce. A simple mix-and-chill method ensures maximum flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 4 large whole wheat tortillas or wraps
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (or light mayonnaise)
- 1/2 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed
- 1 tablespoon Southwest seasoning blend (or taco seasoning)
- 2 cups shredded romaine lettuce
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, rinsed black beans, thawed corn, Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise), and Southwest seasoning blend. Stir thoroughly until the chicken is evenly coated and the ingredients are well mixed.
- Step 2: Taste the chicken mixture and adjust seasoning if necessary. For best flavor, cover the bowl and chill the filling in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Step 3: Slightly warm the whole wheat tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for 10-15 seconds per side, or microwave briefly. This makes them more pliable and easier to roll without tearing.
- Step 4: Lay a warmed tortilla flat. Create a base layer by scattering about 1/2 cup of shredded romaine lettuce and a small amount of chopped cilantro in the center of the tortilla.
- Step 5: Scoop 1/4 of the chicken filling mixture onto the lettuce layer. Fold in the sides of the tortilla, and then tightly roll the wrap from the bottom up. Slice the wrap in half diagonally before serving.
Notes
- Keep the chicken mixture and fresh toppings separate; store the filling in an airtight container for up to 3 days, only assembling the wraps right before serving to maintain the crunch of the lettuce and avoid soggy tortillas.
- If the pre-made filling is too cold from the fridge, let it sit out for 5 minutes before assembling the wraps, as serving the chicken mixture closer to room temperature enhances the blend of Southwest flavors.
- Instead of plain shredded chicken, try lightly pulsing the cooked chicken in a food processor to create a finer texture that binds beautifully with the Greek yogurt and helps the filling hold its shape when rolled.
- For a complete meal, serve these wraps alongside a small bowl of fresh tomato salsa and a sprinkle of crushed tortilla chips for added crunch, or pair with them with sliced avocado or guacamole.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 large wrap (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 475
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 12.5g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0.0g
- Protein: 6g