Avocado Chicken Salad Wraps (Print)
Chicken, avocado, and fresh vegetables combined in a zesty wrap for a flavorful, quick meal.
# Components:
→ Protein
01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
02 - 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
→ Produce
03 - 1 large ripe avocado, diced
04 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
05 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
06 - 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
07 - 1 cup romaine lettuce, chopped
→ Seasonings & Dressings
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
09 - 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
10 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
11 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Wraps
13 - 4 large flour or gluten-free tortillas
# Directions:
01 - In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, Greek yogurt, lime juice, cilantro, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly to ensure the chicken is evenly coated.
02 - Gently fold in the diced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, finely diced red onion, and diced cucumber until just combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain texture.
03 - Lay out the tortillas on a clean, flat surface. Line the center of each tortilla with chopped romaine lettuce.
04 - Spoon the chicken avocado salad mixture evenly onto the lettuce-lined portion of each tortilla.
05 - Roll up each tortilla tightly, tucking in the sides as you go to create a compact wrap. Slice in half before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Quick and requires no cooking
- Packed with lean protein and healthy fats
- Fresh veggies add crunch and color
- Kidfriendly and portable for lunches or picnics
- Adaptable to glutenfree diets when you use GF wraps
02 -
- High in protein and good fats for lasting fullness
- Naturally glutenfree if using certified GF wraps
- Great for meal prepping lunches up to two days ahead
03 -
- Warm tortillas briefly in a dry pan or microwave to make rolling easier
- Chop the veggies just before using for the freshest crunch
- If packing for lunch squeeze an extra bit of lime over the avocado to keep it bright