Chicken Avocado Wrap Recipe
This Chicken Avocado Wrap is a delightful and healthy option for lunch or a light dinner. Packed with protein from the chicken and healthy fats from the avocado, it’s a quick and satisfying meal.
Equipment
- 1 grill or frying pan
- 1 cutting board
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 aluminum foil or parchment paper (optional for wrapping)
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded About 2 medium chicken breasts.
- 2 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup lettuce leaves Such as romaine or spinach.
- 4 large whole wheat tortillas
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- optional olive oil For cooking chicken.
Instructions
- If not using pre-cooked chicken, season the chicken breast with salt, pepper, and a little olive oil. Cook it on a grill or frying pan over medium heat for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked. Let it rest, then shred it using two forks.
- In a mixing bowl, scoop the flesh of the avocados. Add lime juice, salt, and pepper. Mash gently until it forms a chunky spread.
- Lay the tortillas flat on a clean surface. Spread a layer of the avocado mixture on each tortilla.
- Top the avocado spread with shredded chicken, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and lettuce leaves.
- Roll the tortillas tightly, starting from one end and tucking in the sides as you go to form a wrap. You can wrap them in aluminum foil or parchment paper for easier handling.
- If desired, grill the wraps for a couple of minutes on each side to achieve a crispy exterior.
- Enjoy your delicious and nutritious Chicken Avocado Wrap!
Notes
You can customize your wrap by adding cheese, cucumber slices, or any of your favorite vegetables.
For added flavor, consider including a drizzle of your favorite dressing or hot sauce before wrapping.
These wraps can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for a quick meal option.