Pin A vibrant, flavor-packed wrap filled with crispy chicken tenders, fresh vegetables, black beans, and a creamy, zesty southwest dressing—perfect for a quick family meal or satisfying lunch.
Ingredients
- Chicken & Wrap: 6 7 crispy chicken tenders (cooked according to package directions)
- 6 large flour tortillas
- 6 romaine lettuce leaves
- 2 medium tomatoes, sliced
- 1 (15 oz/425 g) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup (120 g) shredded cheddar cheese
- Vegetables: 1 package (10 oz/280 g) frozen corn, thawed
- 1 Tbsp oil (vegetable or olive)
- Southwest Dressing: 1 1/2 cups (360 g) mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) salsa
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk
- 3 Tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 Tbsp ground cumin
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven and bake the chicken tenders according to package instructions.
- Step 2:
- In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, salsa, milk, taco seasoning, and cumin. Whisk until smooth. Set aside.
- Step 3:
- Heat oil in a small skillet over medium high heat. Add thawed corn and sauté until lightly browned, about 3 4 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Step 4:
- Slice baked chicken tenders into strips.
- Step 5:
- Lay each tortilla flat. Spread 2 Tbsp of southwest dressing on the lower half of each tortilla.
- Step 6:
- Layer with a romaine lettuce leaf, tomato slices, black beans, sautéed corn, chicken strips, and a sprinkle of cheddar cheese. Drizzle with additional southwest dressing if desired.
- Step 7:
- Fold the sides of the tortilla in, then roll up tightly from the bottom. Slice each wrap in half.
- Step 8:
- Serve immediately, with extra southwest dressing on the side.
Pin
Pin Recipe FAQ
- → How do I make the southwest dressing?
Whisk together mayonnaise, salsa, milk, taco seasoning, and ground cumin until smooth to create the creamy southwest dressing.
- → Can I use grilled chicken instead of crispy tenders?
Yes, grilled chicken breast can replace crispy tenders for a healthier option while maintaining great flavor.
- → What’s the best way to prepare the corn?
Sauté thawed frozen corn in oil over medium-high heat until lightly browned for added sweetness and texture.
- → Are there alternatives to flour tortillas?
Whole wheat or gluten-free tortillas can be used as substitutes to accommodate dietary preferences.
- → How should I assemble the wrap for best results?
Spread dressing on tortillas, layer lettuce, tomatoes, black beans, corn, chicken strips, and cheese, then roll tightly before slicing.