Description
Zesty “easy chicken avocado wrap” delivers a perfect lunch solution for busy professionals seeking fresh, quick flavors. Crisp tortillas packed with tender grilled chicken and creamy avocado promise a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 large avocado
Vegetables and Produce:
- 2 large tortillas
- 1/2 cup lettuce
- 1/4 cup red onion
- 1/4 cup tomatoes
Seasonings and Condiments:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp sour cream
- 1 tbsp cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat a skillet to medium-high heat, preparing for chicken preparation.
- Season chicken breasts thoroughly with salt and black pepper, ensuring even coating.
- Drizzle olive oil into the hot skillet and carefully place seasoned chicken breasts, cooking for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove chicken from heat and let rest for 3-4 minutes, then slice into thin, uniform strips.
- While chicken rests, dice red onion, tomatoes, and chop fresh cilantro into fine pieces.
- Slice avocado in half, remove pit, and cut into smooth, even slices.
- Warm tortillas briefly in a clean skillet or microwave to enhance flexibility.
- Spread a thin layer of sour cream across the center of each tortilla.
- Layer crisp lettuce as the base, then arrange sliced chicken strips on top.
- Distribute diced tomatoes, red onion, and avocado slices evenly across the chicken.
- Sprinkle chopped cilantro and drizzle lime juice over the filling.
- Carefully fold the bottom of the tortilla, then tightly roll from one side to create a compact wrap.
- Slice wrap diagonally and serve immediately for optimal freshness and temperature.
Notes
- Select chicken breasts with consistent thickness to ensure even cooking and prevent dry edges.
- Pat chicken dry before seasoning to help achieve a beautiful golden-brown exterior and enhance flavor absorption.
- Use a meat thermometer for precise doneness, preventing undercooking or overcooking chicken.
- Customize wrap by substituting Greek yogurt for sour cream to reduce calories and increase protein content.
- Swap flour tortillas with lettuce wraps for a low-carb, gluten-free alternative that adds extra crunch.
- Marinate chicken in lime juice and cumin beforehand for deeper, more complex flavor profile.
- Prepare ingredients in advance for quick assembly during busy weeknights or meal prep sessions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg