Spicy Chicken Avocado Wraps (Print Version)
Flavorful spiced chicken with fresh avocado, crisp veggies, and zesty sauce in a warm tortilla.
# Recipe Ingredients:
→ Chicken & Marinade
01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 12 ounces)
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
05 - ½ teaspoon ground cumin
06 - ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, to taste)
07 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
08 - ½ teaspoon salt
09 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
→ Wrap Assembly
10 - 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch)
11 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced
12 - 1 cup shredded lettuce
13 - 1 medium tomato, diced
14 - ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
15 - ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
16 - ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
→ Sauce
17 - ¼ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
18 - 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
19 - 1 tablespoon sriracha or hot sauce
20 - 1 tablespoon lime juice
21 - Pinch of salt
# Directions:
01 - In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, cayenne (if using), garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Add chicken breasts, turning to coat evenly with the spice mixture.
02 - Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and juices run clear. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly across the grain.
03 - In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, sriracha, lime juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth and well combined. Refrigerate until ready to assemble.
04 - Heat tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for 30 seconds per side or microwave for 15-20 seconds until warm and pliable.
05 - Spread a spoonful of sauce across the center of each tortilla. Layer with lettuce, diced tomato, sliced red onion, avocado slices, cheddar cheese, and sliced spiced chicken. Top with fresh cilantro if desired.
06 - Fold in both sides of the tortilla, then roll up tightly from bottom to top, enclosing the filling. Slice each wrap in half diagonally and serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Everything comes together in under 40 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights
- You get that perfect balance of smoky spiced chicken and cool creamy sauce in every bite
- Customizable fillings mean everyone can build their wrap exactly how they like it
02 -
- Letting the chicken rest before slicing is the difference between juicy meat and dry disappointing pieces
- Warm tortillas are essential, cold ones will crack and split when you try to roll them
- Do not overfill your wraps or they will burst open when you try to cut them in half
03 -
- Use a sharp knife to slice the chicken thinly against the grain for the most tender texture
- Pat the avocado slices with paper towels to prevent them from making the tortilla soggy