Southwest Chicken Wrap (Printable Version)

Crispy chicken, black beans, fresh veggies, and creamy southwestern sauce wrapped in a soft flour tortilla.

# Ingredient List:

→ Chicken & Wrap

01 - 6 to 7 crispy chicken tenders, cooked as per package instructions
02 - 6 large flour tortillas
03 - 6 romaine lettuce leaves
04 - 2 medium tomatoes, sliced
05 - 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
06 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (approximately 4 oz)

→ Vegetables

07 - 1 package (10 oz) frozen corn, thawed
08 - 1 tablespoon vegetable or olive oil

→ Southwest Dressing

09 - 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise (12 fl oz)
10 - 1/2 cup salsa (4 fl oz)
11 - 1/2 cup milk (4 fl oz)
12 - 3 tablespoons taco seasoning
13 - 1 tablespoon ground cumin

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven and bake the chicken tenders according to package directions.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, salsa, milk, taco seasoning, and ground cumin until smooth. Set aside.
03 - Heat oil in a small skillet over medium-high heat. Add thawed corn and cook until lightly browned, about 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat.
04 - Cut the baked chicken tenders into strips.
05 - Lay each flour tortilla flat. Spread 2 tablespoons of southwest dressing over the bottom half of each tortilla.
06 - Layer each wrap with a romaine leaf, tomato slices, black beans, sautéed corn, chicken strips, and a sprinkle of shredded cheddar. Optionally, drizzle with extra southwest dressing.
07 - Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then roll tightly from the bottom. Cut each wrap in half.
08 - Serve immediately with additional southwest dressing on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Fast and easy to prepare
  • Delicious blend of textures and flavors
02 -
  • Using grilled chicken breast is a healthier alternative to crispy tenders
  • Substitute Greek yogurt for half the mayonnaise to lighten the dressing
03 -
  • Warm tortillas before assembling for easier rolling
  • Add sliced avocado or jalapenos for extra flavor and heat
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