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These Chicken Avocado Wraps are my go-to lunch when I want something fresh and filling. They're loaded with juicy chicken creamy avocado and crisp veggies all wrapped in a soft tortilla. I love making these for picnics work lunches or those busy days when I need something quick but still delicious.
What Makes These Wraps Special
I love how versatile these wraps are you can enjoy them right away or make them ahead for busy weekdays. They're so easy to eat no fork needed and everything stays nicely tucked inside. Best of all they're packed with good ingredients so you feel satisfied and energized.
Everything You Need
- Chicken: Use whatever cooked chicken you like grilled rotisserie or even leftover chicken works great.
- Tortillas: I grab the big burrito size they wrap up perfectly.
- Vegetables: Fresh lettuce juicy tomatoes and creamy avocado make these extra special.
- Cheddar Cheese: Sharp cheddar gives such amazing flavor when it melts.
- Sour Cream: Adds that perfect creamy touch that brings it all together.
Let's Make Them
- Start With Your Chicken
- Season those chicken breasts well cook them in a pan or on the grill until they're done then slice them up.
- Get Everything Ready
- Chop up your lettuce dice those tomatoes slice your avocado and grate your cheese have it all lined up.
- Build Your Wraps
- Lay out your tortilla add layers of lettuce tomatoes avocado a dollop of sour cream your chicken and cheese then wrap it up like an envelope.
- Make Them Crispy
- Heat up your pan pop those wraps in seam side down and cook until they're golden flip and do the other side.
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My Best Tips
Grilling the wraps at the end makes them extra delicious with that crispy outside. Try to serve them right away while the cheese is all melty. Don't overstuff them or they'll be hard to wrap. If you're taking them somewhere wrap them in foil or pop them in a ziplock they'll stay perfect.
Mix It Up
Any cooked chicken works great here. Sometimes I add colorful peppers sweet onions or crispy bacon. You can swap the sour cream for yogurt if you like or serve it on the side. If you can't find big tortillas the small ones work too just make mini wraps.
Common Questions
Want to make them ahead? They'll keep in the fridge for a few hours but the lettuce might get soft and avocado might brown. I wouldn't freeze them though fresh ingredients just don't hold up well. If you need to reheat them use a pan it keeps them nice and crispy no soggy wraps here.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I make these wraps ahead of time?
You can make them a few hours ahead for lunch, but don't refrigerate overnight as lettuce won't stay fresh and avocado will brown. Best eaten fresh while cheese is melted.
- → What kind of chicken can I use?
You can use grilled, pan-seared, shredded, or rotisserie chicken. Any cooked chicken works well in this recipe.
- → Why grill the wraps?
Grilling gives the wraps a delicious crispy crust that adds texture and flavor. It also helps melt the cheese for better taste.
- → Can I add other ingredients?
Yes, feel free to add ingredients like peppers, onions, or bacon. Just don't overfill the tortillas or they'll be hard to wrap.
- → Can I use smaller tortillas?
Yes, you can use taco-size tortillas, but you won't be able to wrap them the same way. They'll work more like tacos than wraps.
Conclusion
A delightful lunch option featuring grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and melted cheese wrapped in a warm tortilla. Quick to prepare and full of flavor.