Spicy Chicken Avocado Wraps (Printable Version)
Tender spiced chicken meets creamy avocado and crisp vegetables in warm tortillas with a zesty kick.
# What You Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 2 medium boneless skinless chicken breasts (approximately 14 ounces)
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
05 - ½ teaspoon ground cumin
06 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
07 - ½ teaspoon salt
08 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
→ Wraps & Fillings
09 - 4 large 10-inch flour tortillas
10 - 1 large ripe avocado sliced
11 - 1 cup shredded lettuce
12 - 1 medium tomato diced
13 - ½ small red onion thinly sliced
14 - ½ cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
15 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped optional
16 - 1 tablespoon lime juice
→ Sauce
17 - 2 tablespoons hot sauce such as sriracha
18 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
# Directions:
01 - Combine smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Rub the spice mixture thoroughly over both sides of the chicken breasts to ensure even coating.
02 - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place seasoned chicken in the pan and cook for 6 to 7 minutes per side until fully cooked, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove from heat and allow to rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly across the grain.
03 - Whisk together hot sauce and mayonnaise in a small bowl until smooth and well combined. Adjust heat level by adding more hot sauce if desired.
04 - Heat tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for 15 to 20 seconds per side or microwave for 10 to 15 seconds until warm and pliable.
05 - Spread 1 tablespoon of Greek yogurt or sour cream over the center of each tortilla. Layer shredded lettuce, diced tomato, sliced red onion, and avocado slices evenly on top.
06 - Place sliced chicken over the vegetables. Drizzle generously with spicy sauce, sprinkle with fresh cilantro, and finish with a squeeze of fresh lime juice.
07 - Fold in the sides of each tortilla and roll tightly from bottom to top to form secure wraps. Cut each wrap in half diagonally and serve immediately while warm.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Everything comes together in under 30 minutes including the chicken cooking time
- The spicy sauce hits different when you make it yourself
- These wraps hold up beautifully for lunch the next day
02 -
- Letting the chicken rest is absolutely non negotiable for juicy meat
- Warm tortillas make or break the folding process without tearing
- The sauce needs to be made right before assembly for the best consistency
03 -
- Rotisserie chicken works beautifully if you want to skip the cooking step
- Whole wheat tortillas add fiber and a nutty flavor that works great here