Description
Whip up these vibrant Southwest Chicken Wraps! Tender skillet-cooked chicken, black beans, corn, and Monterey Jack cheese mingle with zesty salsa for a flavor-packed meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 large flour tortillas (10-inch)
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/4 cup salsa
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Southwest seasoning blend
Instructions
- Step 1: Cook the chicken. Pat the chicken breasts dry and season with half of the Southwest seasoning. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Remove from skillet, let rest for a few minutes, then shred or dice into bite-sized pieces.
- Step 2: Prepare the filling. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, rinsed black beans, thawed corn, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, the remaining Southwest seasoning, and salsa. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Step 3: Warm the tortillas. Heat the flour tortillas one at a time in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 15-20 seconds per side, until they are soft and pliable. Alternatively, wrap them in a damp paper towel and microwave for 30-45 seconds until warm.
- Step 4: Assemble the wraps. Lay a warm tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spoon about 1/2 to 3/4 cup of the chicken mixture onto the center of each tortilla, leaving space around the edges.
- Step 5: Roll and serve. Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then tightly roll it up from the bottom to create a secure wrap. Serve immediately, optionally sliced in half, and with extra salsa or your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Keep any leftover chicken filling in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days; store tortillas separately to prevent them from becoming soggy.
- To enjoy later, gently reheat the chicken filling in a skillet over medium-low heat or in the microwave, then warm fresh tortillas and assemble for a delicious encore.
- For an extra burst of freshness, serve your wraps with a squeeze of lime, a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.
- Don't rush warming your tortillas; a few seconds in a dry skillet makes them wonderfully pliable and less likely to crack when rolled, ensuring a perfect wrap every time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap (approx. 330g)
- Calories: 680
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Protein: 6g