Savory Chicken & Veggie Tortilla Wraps
Delight your taste buds with these Savory Chicken & Veggie Tortilla Wraps, inspired by a recipe from 3 Fat Chicks on a Diet. This dish combines tender shredded chicken with a creamy, garden vegetable spread, fresh coleslaw, and vibrant bell peppers all wrapped snugly in a tortilla. Perfect for a quick and nutritious lunch or a satisfying snack, these wraps are not only low in points but also customizable to suit your flavor preferences. Whether you're using canned chicken for convenience or experimenting with different seasonings, these wraps are sure to impress. Enjoy them chilled or at room temperature, making them ideal for meal prep or on-the-go dining!
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Servings
90
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
boneless skinless chicken breast halves
2 (cooked and shredded)
nonfat chicken broth
1 cup (for cooking chicken)
low-fat flour tortillas
4 (or non-fat)
fat-free cream cheese with garden vegetables
1/2 cup (softened)
garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon (for seasoning)
salt
1/8 teaspoon (for seasoning)
cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon (optional for seasoning)
coleslaw mix
1 1/3 cups (fresh)
finely chopped green bell pepper
1/4 cup (fresh)
Instructions
1
In a large nonstick skillet, add the boneless skinless chicken breast halves and nonfat chicken broth. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
2
Once boiling, cover the skillet, reduce the heat, and let the chicken simmer for 8 to 10 minutes or until fully cooked. After cooking, drain the chicken and allow it to cool slightly before shredding or slicing it into thin strips.
3
Take each tortilla and generously spread with the softened fat-free cream cheese, leaving a 1/2 inch border around the edges.
4
Sprinkle the garlic powder, salt, and your chosen seasonings evenly over the cream cheese layer.
5
Evenly distribute the shredded chicken, coleslaw mix, and finely chopped green bell pepper across each tortilla.
6
To assemble, press lightly on the filled tortillas to flatten them, fold the bottom edge, and roll tightly to form a wrap.
7
Wrap each completed tortilla wrap in plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator until ready to serve. These wraps can be enjoyed chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Information
1.25g
Fat
12.5g
Carbs
7.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Savory Chicken & Veggie Tortilla Wraps?
These wraps are a nutritious dish combining tender shredded chicken with a creamy garden vegetable spread, fresh coleslaw, and vibrant bell peppers rolled in a tortilla.
How many calories are in these wraps?
Each serving contains 90 calories.
What is the fat content of this recipe?
The wraps contain 1.25g of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in the wraps?
There are 12.5g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein do these wraps provide?
Each serving provides 7.5g of protein.
What type of chicken should be used?
The recipe calls for 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cooked and shredded.
Can I use canned chicken for this recipe?
Yes, the recipe description notes that canned chicken can be used for convenience.
How is the chicken cooked for these wraps?
The chicken is boiled in nonfat chicken broth for 8 to 10 minutes until fully cooked, then shredded.
What kind of broth is recommended?
The recipe uses 1 cup of nonfat chicken broth for cooking the chicken.
What type of tortillas are used?
The recipe uses 4 low-fat or non-fat flour tortillas.
What kind of cream cheese is used in the filling?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of softened fat-free cream cheese with garden vegetables.
What seasonings are added to the cream cheese?
The cream cheese is seasoned with garlic powder, salt, and optional cayenne pepper.
Is this recipe spicy?
It can be if you include the optional 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper.
What vegetables are included in the wrap?
The wraps contain 1 1/3 cups of fresh coleslaw mix and 1/4 cup of finely chopped green bell pepper.
How do I assemble the wraps?
Spread cream cheese on the tortilla, add seasonings, layer chicken and vegetables, then fold the bottom and roll tightly.
Should these wraps be served hot or cold?
These wraps can be enjoyed either chilled or at room temperature.
Are these wraps good for meal prep?
Yes, they are ideal for meal prep as they can be stored in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
How should I store the prepared wraps?
Each wrap should be individually wrapped in plastic wrap and placed in the refrigerator.
Who is the inspiration behind this recipe?
This recipe was inspired by 3 Fat Chicks on a Diet.
Are these wraps suitable for a low-fat diet?
Yes, they are designed to be low-fat, using fat-free cream cheese and low-fat tortillas.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
The recipe contains 9 ingredients.
How much garlic powder is used?
The recipe requires 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder.
Can I customize this recipe?
Yes, the wraps are highly customizable to suit your specific flavor preferences and seasonings.
What is the purpose of the nonfat chicken broth?
It is used to poach the chicken breast to keep it tender and flavorful without adding fat.
How long does the chicken need to simmer?
The chicken should simmer for 8 to 10 minutes once the broth has reached a boil.
How much bell pepper is needed?
The recipe uses 1/4 cup of finely chopped green bell pepper.
What type of coleslaw mix should I buy?
A standard 1 1/3 cup of fresh coleslaw mix is used for the crunch factor.
How much salt is in the recipe?
The recipe uses 1/8 teaspoon of salt.
Do I need to leave a border when spreading the cream cheese?
Yes, leave a 1/2 inch border around the edges of the tortilla to prevent filling from leaking.
What is the calorie count for this dish?
This dish is low-calorie, containing only 90 calories per serving.