Southwest Chicken Wrap (Printable)

Crispy chicken, black beans, corn, and fresh veggies rolled in a tortilla with zesty southwest dressing.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken & Wrap

01 - 6 to 7 cooked crispy chicken tenders
02 - 6 large flour tortillas
03 - 6 romaine lettuce leaves
04 - 2 medium tomatoes, sliced
05 - 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
06 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

→ Vegetables

07 - 1 package (10 oz) frozen corn, thawed
08 - 1 tablespoon vegetable or olive oil

→ Southwest Dressing

09 - 1½ cups mayonnaise
10 - ½ cup salsa
11 - ½ cup milk
12 - 3 tablespoons taco seasoning
13 - 1 tablespoon ground cumin

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat the oven and bake the chicken tenders according to package directions.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, salsa, milk, taco seasoning, and ground cumin until smooth. Set aside.
03 - Heat oil in a small skillet over medium-high heat. Add thawed corn and cook until lightly browned, about 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat.
04 - Cut baked chicken tenders into strips.
05 - Lay each tortilla flat and spread 2 tablespoons of the southwest dressing over the lower half. Layer with romaine lettuce, tomato slices, black beans, sautéed corn, chicken strips, and cheddar cheese. Drizzle additional dressing as desired.
06 - Fold the sides of the tortilla inward, then roll tightly from the bottom. Slice each wrap in half and serve immediately with extra southwest dressing on the side.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Flavor-packed and satisfying
  • Quick and easy to prepare
02 -
  • For a healthier option, use grilled chicken breast instead of crispy tenders.
  • Substitute Greek yogurt for half the mayonnaise in the dressing for a lighter version.
03 -
  • Make the dressing a day ahead to enhance flavors.
  • Use a sharp knife to slice wraps cleanly without squishing the ingredients.
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