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Southwest Chicken Wraps

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Flavorful Southwest chicken wraps featuring perfectly seasoned chicken, roasted corn, crunchy slaw, and creamy guacamole in a soft tortilla.

 

Ingredients

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  • Southwest Spice Blend
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Chicken
  • 1 pound chicken tenders
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
  • Roasted Corn
  • 1 1/2 cups corn kernels
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • Crunchy Slaw
  • 2 cups shredded red cabbage
  • 2 cups shredded green cabbage
  • 1/4 cup sliced red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons Southwest dressing
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 teaspoon reserved spice blend
  • Guacamole
  • 2 ripe avocados
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
  • Southwest Dressing
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt to taste
  • Wrap Assembly
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 4 tablespoons Southwest dressing
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar-style cheese
  • 1/2 cup crushed tortilla chips

Instructions

  1. Combine all spice blend ingredients in a small bowl and reserve 1 teaspoon for the slaw.
  2. Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss corn with oil, salt and optional smoked paprika on a baking sheet. Roast for 15-20 minutes until golden.
  3. Season chicken tenders with spice blend. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken 4-5 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Rest 5 minutes before slicing.
  4. Whisk all dressing ingredients together until smooth.
  5. In a large bowl, combine cabbage, red onion, cilantro, 2 tablespoons dressing, lime juice, and reserved spice blend.
  6. Mash avocados with lime juice, salt, and cilantro until desired consistency.
  7. Warm tortillas slightly. Spread 1 tablespoon dressing on each tortilla. Layer with slaw, sliced chicken, roasted corn, guacamole, cheese, and tortilla chips.
  8. Fold sides in and roll tightly from bottom up. Slice diagonally and serve.

Notes

Nutrition facts are estimates and may vary based on ingredients used, portion sizes, and preparation methods. For make-ahead prep, store components separately and assemble just before serving for best results.

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