Smoky Chipotle Chicken Wrap (Printable)

Vibrant wrap featuring smoky chipotle-marinated chicken, creamy avocado, crisp lettuce, and tangy Greek yogurt sauce in a soft tortilla.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken Marinade

01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 2 tablespoons chipotle in adobo sauce, finely chopped
03 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Greek Yogurt Sauce

09 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
11 - 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
12 - 1/2 teaspoon honey
13 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Assembly

14 - 4 large flour tortillas
15 - 1 large ripe avocado, sliced
16 - 2 cups shredded romaine or iceberg lettuce
17 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
18 - 1 medium tomato, diced

# How-To Steps:

01 - Combine chipotle in adobo, olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add chicken breasts and toss to coat thoroughly. Marinate for at least 15 minutes, or refrigerate up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor development.
02 - Heat grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked and juices run clear. Rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
03 - Whisk together Greek yogurt, lime juice, fresh cilantro, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth and well combined.
04 - Heat tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for a few seconds until pliable and warm.
05 - Layer lettuce, sliced chicken, avocado, red onion, and tomato in the center of each warm tortilla. Drizzle generously with Greek yogurt sauce.
06 - Fold in the sides of each tortilla and roll tightly. Slice in half diagonally and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The marinade does all the heavy lifting, infusing the chicken with layers of smoky, spicy flavor in minutes.
  • It comes together faster than ordering takeout and tastes twice as good.
  • Every bite has texture, creaminess from avocado, crunch from lettuce, and that tangy yogurt sauce tying it all together.
  • You can prep the components ahead and assemble wraps throughout the week without any sogginess.
02 -
  • Don't skip resting the chicken after cooking, those few minutes let the juices redistribute so every slice stays moist instead of drying out on the cutting board.
  • Warm your tortillas or they'll crack and tear when you try to roll them, and nobody wants a wrap that falls apart halfway through eating.
  • If your chipotle peppers are whole, finely chop them so the heat is evenly distributed and you don't bite into a surprise pocket of fire.
03 -
  • Slice the chicken against the grain so it's tender and easy to bite through, not chewy and stringy.
  • If you're grilling outdoors, the smoky char from a real grill takes this wrap to another level entirely.
  • Double the yogurt sauce and keep it in the fridge, it's amazing on everything from tacos to roasted veggies.
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