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Level up your midday meal with these mouth-watering chicken avocado wraps. They're just what you need on hectic days—combining juicy chicken strips, smooth avocado, and crunchy veggies inside a nicely toasted tortilla that's both healthy and tasty.
You'll get loads of taste and texture in every mouthful, from the flavorful chicken to the buttery avocado and crispy lettuce. And don't forget, adding your go-to sauce brings a zingy, tasty finish to these wraps.
What You'll Need
- Cooked chicken breast: cut into strips or pulled apart.
- Ripe avocado: cut into thin pieces.
- Flour tortillas: large size, soft and new.
- Shredded lettuce: Iceberg or Romaine for extra crunch.
- Chopped tomatoes: juicy and ripe.
- Shredded cheddar cheese: grate it yourself for smoother melting.
- Ranch dressing: or whatever sauce you enjoy.
- Salt and pepper: add to your liking.
Putting Together Your Chicken Avocado Wraps
- Step 1: Get Everything Ready
- Prepare and slice or pull apart the chicken breast. Cut open the avocado and take out the seed. Chop up the tomatoes. Tear up the lettuce if you need to.
- Step 2: Heat Your Tortillas
- Set the flour tortillas on a microwave-safe dish and heat them for about 10-15 seconds to make them soft.
- Step 3: Build Your Wraps
- Spread out the warm tortillas on a clean counter. Put a bunch of shredded lettuce on each one, leaving room at the edges. Top with your cooked chicken pieces. Lay avocado slices over the chicken. Scatter tomato chunks and grated cheddar on top of the avocado.
- Step 4: Add Flavoring
- Sprinkle salt and pepper over everything as you like. Pour some ranch dressing (or whatever sauce you prefer) across all your fillings.
- Step 5: Roll Them Up
- Bring in the sides of the tortilla over your fillings. Then, starting at the bottom, tightly roll up the tortilla to make a wrap, keeping all the good stuff inside.
- Step 6: Time to Eat
- Put your wraps on a plate with the seam facing down. If you want, cut each one diagonally in half before digging in.
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Great Sides For Your Chicken Avocado Wraps
- Tortilla Chips and Salsa: Grab some chips and salsa to go with your wraps for that classic Southwest combo.
- Sliced Fruit: Make your meal more refreshing with some cut-up fruit like strawberries, pineapple bits, or grapes.
- Simple Green Salad: Try your wraps with a basic green salad topped with light vinaigrette for a complete and healthy meal.
- Baked Sweet Potato Fries: Pair these wraps with some crispy sweet potato fries for a yummy and filling meal.
- Tomato Cucumber Mix: Toss together some cucumbers and tomatoes with olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs for something light on the side.
- Grilled Corn: Your wraps taste great with some freshly cooked or grilled corn on the cob for a summer feel.
- Chips and Guacamole: Enjoy your wraps alongside some homemade or store-bought guacamole with tortilla chips for dipping.
- Fresh Fruit Drink: Wash down your wraps with a cool fruit smoothie made from your favorite fruits, yogurt, and a splash of juice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I swap chicken for another protein?
- Sure, try shredded turkey, beef strips, or tofu for variety.
- → How can I keep the avocado looking fresh?
- Leave avocados uncut until you're ready to eat, or try a squeeze of lime to stop browning.
- → Do these stay fresh overnight?
- They're best enjoyed immediately, but you can refrigerate them tightly wrapped for up to a few hours.
- → What’s the secret to a crispy wrap?
- Grill or sear the rolled wraps in a pan; this crisps the outside and melts the cheese inside.
- → Can I experiment with the veggies?
- Definitely! Slice up cucumbers, roast some peppers, or toss in onions for extra crunch.