Southwest Chicken Wraps

Posted byElisabeth DuboisPosted inSouthern Cuisine

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Southwest Chicken Wraps

These Southwest Chicken Wraps are easy to make and packed with nutrition!

Ingredients :

1 Tbsp of Olive Oil

8oz of Cooked Chicken, Shredded

1/2 Can of Corn Kernels (Drained)

1 Can of Black Beans (Drained and Rinsed)

3 Cups of Greens (This can be lettuce, spinach, arugula, or a mix)

1 Package of Soft Flour Tortillas

1 Ripe Avocado

1/2 Cup of Monterey Jack Cheese, Shredded

Fresh Cilantro and Parsley

Spices (Cumin, Italian Seasoning, Chili Powder, Garlic Powder)

For the Dressing:

1/2 Cup of Plain Greek Yogurt

1/4 Cup of Fresh Cilantro with Stems

2 Tbsp of Lime Juice

Instructions:

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the cooked chicken and spices, stirring to make sure the chicken is coated with flavor. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the chicken warms up.

  2. Add the corn, black beans, cilantro, parsley and stir. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until everything warms.

  3. In a small bowl whisk together the greek yogurt, cilantro, and lime juice for the dressing.

  4. Begin preparing the wraps. Start by spreading a good portion of the dressing on each tortilla and then add a hearty handful of greens. Next, evenly spread avocado on the inside of the wrap add 1/4 cup of the chicken mixture (or your desired amount) over the top. Sprinkle the wraps with Monterey Jack cheese and roll the tortillas to form a wrap.

  5. Cut in half and ENJOY!

Published by Elisabeth Dubois

Elisabeth Dubois, Ph.D., is a cybersecurity expert and researcher dedicated to protecting communities and empowering public leaders in the digital age. Currently serving as a Cyber Risk Specialist with NYMIR and Co-Director of the Local Government Cybersecurity Alliance, Elisabeth specializes in helping local governments navigate the complexities of AI, cyber risk management, and incident response. Her research focuses on the intersection of technology, risk management, and social equity—specifically investigating how cyber threats and crisis communications affect vulnerable populations. With a Ph.D. in Information Science (specializing in crisis communication and information assurance), an MBA, and a B.S. in Digital Forensics from the University at Albany, Elisabeth combines technical expertise with a passion for public policy and international education.