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Flavorful Chipotle Chicken Wraps

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These chipotle chicken wraps offer a smoky, slightly spicy flavor balanced with fresh veggies and a creamy lime sauce, perfect for a quick and satisfying lunch or casual dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 2 teaspoons chipotle chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 large flour tortillas or whole wheat wraps
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce or mixed greens
  • 1 medium tomato, diced
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 ripe avocado, sliced or mashed
  • ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Trim excess fat and slice chicken breasts or thighs into thin strips about ½ inch thick.
  2. In a small bowl, combine chipotle chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle evenly over chicken strips and toss to coat thoroughly.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken strips in a single layer and cook 4-5 minutes per side until browned and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F).
  4. While chicken cooks, whisk together sour cream or Greek yogurt, lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Adjust sweetness or acidity to taste.
  5. Thinly slice onion, dice tomato, shred lettuce or greens, and slice avocado.
  6. Warm tortillas in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes or briefly in a dry skillet until pliable.
  7. Lay warm tortillas flat. Spread a spoonful of creamy lime sauce, add greens, chicken strips, diced tomato, onion, cheese, and avocado slices. Drizzle more sauce on top if desired.
  8. Fold sides in and roll tightly from the bottom up. Secure with toothpicks or wrap in parchment if needed.
  9. Slice wraps diagonally and serve immediately.

Notes

For gluten-free, use corn or gluten-free wraps. For dairy-free, substitute sour cream with coconut yogurt and use dairy-free cheese or omit cheese. Warm tortillas before assembling for best texture. Cook chicken in batches to avoid steaming and ensure a good sear. Adjust chipotle powder to control heat level.

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