Healthy Chicken Wraps
These quick and nutritious chicken wraps deliver restaurant-quality flavor in just 20 minutes, featuring lean protein, fresh vegetables, and a creamy Greek yogurt sauce.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil can substitute avocado oil
- 2 teaspoons paprika smoked paprika adds extra flavor
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional, adjust to taste
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
For the Wraps
- 4 large whole wheat tortillas (10-inch diameter) substitute with spinach tortillas or low-carb/gluten-free wraps
- 1 cup mixed salad greens
- 1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 medium cucumber, julienned
- 1 medium carrot, grated or julienned
- ½ medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 medium avocado, sliced adds healthy fats
For the Greek Yogurt Sauce
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (0% or 2% fat)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped or substitute with 1 teaspoon dried dill
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- In a medium bowl, combine the thinly sliced chicken breasts with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, cumin, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper.
- Mix thoroughly to ensure each piece of chicken is evenly coated with the seasoning.
- Prepare the Greek yogurt sauce by mixing the yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, and fresh dill in a small bowl, then season with salt and pepper.
- Wash and prepare all vegetables: thinly slice the red bell pepper and red onion, julienne the cucumber, grate or julienne the carrot, and slice the avocado.
Cooking
- Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add the seasoned chicken, cooking for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip the chicken and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Warm the tortillas using your preferred method (microwave, stove, or oven) to increase flexibility.
Assembly
- Lay a warm tortilla flat and spread about 2 tablespoons of the Greek yogurt sauce down the center.
- Layer a quarter of the mixed greens, followed by the vegetables and a quarter of the cooked chicken.
- Fold the bottom edge up over the filling, then fold in the sides, and roll until completely closed.
Notes
For best results, store components separately and assemble just before eating. These wraps can be customized with various ingredients to suit different dietary needs.