Chicken Pesto Wrap
This chicken pesto wrap will be your new go-to when you're craving something healthy and fresh without a lot of fuss. Picture this: juicy chicken, zesty pesto, crisp veggies, and that oh-so-good melted mozzarella, all snug inside a tortilla.
Servings: 4
Calories: 374kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups pre-cooked chicken shredded or sliced
- salt and pepper to taste
- 4 large tortilla wraps whole wheat, spinach, or any preferred kind
- 1/4 cup basil besto store-bought or homemade
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1 avocado sliced
- 1/2 cup cherry or grape tomatoes halved
Instructions
- Lay out a tortilla on a flat surface and spread about 1 tablespoon of basil pesto evenly over the surface of the tortilla, leaving about an inch border around the edges.
- In the center of the tortilla, place a few spinach or arugula leaves and layer some of the precooked chicken, bell pepper, mozzarella, avocado slices, and tomatoes on top of the greens.
- Fold in the sides of the tortilla and then roll it up tightly from the bottom.
- For a toasted wrap, heat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat. b. Place the wrap seam-side down and grill for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until it's golden brown and crispy. Repeat the process with the remaining ingredients.
- Slice each wrap in half diagonally, and serve immediately.
Notes
To make tortillas more pliable and reduce the risk of them tearing, warm them up for a few seconds on each side in a dry skillet or microwave them between damp paper towels.
When assembling wraps or sandwiches, layer drier ingredients next to the tortilla and place wetter components (like tomatoes) in the middle. This helps prevent sogginess.
Consider making a big batch of shredded chicken and storing it the fridge or freezer. This can can be a real time saver on busy days.
Nutrition was calculated using La Tortilla Factory Light Flour Tortillas.
Nutrition
Calories: 374kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 76mg | Sodium: 704mg | Potassium: 582mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 4g