Spicy Santa Fe Chicken Wraps
Dive into the vibrant flavors of the Southwest with these Spicy Santa Fe Chicken Wraps. Marinated in a creamy chipotle-yogurt sauce, juicy grilled chicken combines with fresh vegetables and zesty rice, all wrapped snugly in a warm tortilla. Perfect for lunch or a satisfying snack, these wraps are not just delicious but also packed with nutrients. Enjoy a burst of flavor in every bite and share this delightful recipe with friends and family for a taste of culinary adventure!
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Servings
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Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
Plain low-fat yogurt
3/4 cup (none)
Canned chipotle chiles
3 (minced)
Fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon (none)
Salt
1/2 teaspoon (to taste)
Boneless skinless chicken breast halves
2 (each sliced into 4 long strips)
Cooked rice
2 cups (none)
Poblano pepper
1 (cored, seeded, and cut into 8 strips)
Scallions
4 (trimmed)
Burrito-size flour tortillas
4 (heated)
Large plum tomato
1 (cut into thin wedges)
Adobo sauce (from the canned chipotle chiles)
4 teaspoons (none)
Instructions
1
In a medium bowl, combine 1/2 cup of plain low-fat yogurt, minced chipotle chiles, fresh lime juice, and salt. Mix well until fully blended.
2
Add the chicken breast strips to the yogurt mixture and toss until evenly coated. Cover the bowl and let it marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes to enhance the flavors.
3
Preheat a lightly oiled grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
4
Grill the marinated chicken strips along with the poblano pepper strips and scallions for approximately 3 minutes on each side or until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
5
To assemble the wraps, lay a warm tortilla flat. Place 1/2 cup of cooked rice down the bottom third of the tortilla. Add 2 grilled chicken strips, a quarter of the grilled poblano pepper and scallions, a few tomato wedges, 1 tablespoon of the remaining yogurt, and 1 teaspoon of adobo sauce.
6
Carefully roll the wrap burrito-style: fold in the two sides of the tortilla and then roll from the bottom up to secure the filling.
7
Slice each wrap in half on the bias and serve immediately, either warm or at room temperature, accompanied by your favorite salsa or dipping sauce if desired.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Spicy Santa Fe Chicken Wraps?
Spicy Santa Fe Chicken Wraps are a Southwestern-inspired dish featuring marinated grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and rice wrapped in a warm flour tortilla.
How do I prepare the marinade for the chicken?
Combine 1/2 cup of plain low-fat yogurt, minced chipotle chiles, fresh lime juice, and salt in a medium bowl until fully blended.
How long should the chicken marinate?
The chicken should marinate at room temperature for approximately 30 minutes to enhance the flavors.
What type of chicken is used in this recipe?
This recipe uses two boneless skinless chicken breast halves, each sliced into four long strips.
What vegetables are included in the wrap?
The wraps include grilled poblano pepper strips, grilled scallions, and fresh plum tomato wedges.
How should the poblano pepper be prepared?
The poblano pepper should be cored, seeded, and cut into eight strips before grilling.
What type of yogurt is best for this recipe?
The recipe calls for plain low-fat yogurt, which provides a creamy base for the marinade and the final dressing.
How do I cook the chicken and vegetables?
Grill the marinated chicken, poblano strips, and scallions on a lightly oiled grill or grill pan over medium-high heat for about 3 minutes per side.
What kind of tortillas should I use?
Use burrito-size flour tortillas that have been heated for easier rolling.
How much rice is needed for each wrap?
Place 1/2 cup of cooked rice on the bottom third of each tortilla during assembly.
What gives these wraps their spicy flavor?
The spice comes from the canned chipotle chiles and the adobo sauce included in the marinade and assembly.
How do I assemble the wrap?
Layer rice, two chicken strips, grilled peppers and scallions, tomato wedges, yogurt, and adobo sauce on a tortilla, then roll burrito-style.
What is the best way to roll the tortilla?
Fold in the two sides of the tortilla first, then roll from the bottom up to secure the filling tightly.
How should the wraps be served?
Slice each wrap in half on the bias and serve immediately while warm or at room temperature.
Can I serve these wraps with any side?
Yes, they are excellent when accompanied by your favorite salsa or dipping sauce.
What is adobo sauce?
Adobo sauce is the liquid found in cans of chipotle chiles; it is used here to add extra smoky and spicy flavor.
How many wraps does this recipe make?
This recipe is designed to make 4 individual wraps.
What is the total number of ingredients?
There are 11 ingredients in total for this recipe.
Do I need to cook the rice separately?
Yes, the recipe requires 2 cups of already cooked rice for the assembly phase.
What is the preparation for the scallions?
The scallions should be trimmed before being grilled whole.
How do I know when the chicken is finished cooking?
The chicken is done when it is cooked through and displays visible grill marks, usually after 6 minutes of total grilling.
Can I use a different type of pepper?
While poblano is recommended for its flavor, you could substitute with bell peppers for a milder taste.
Is this recipe considered healthy?
Yes, it is tagged as healthy as it uses low-fat yogurt, lean chicken breast, and fresh vegetables.
Can I make these wraps for lunch?
Absolutely, they are specifically tagged as a great option for lunch or a satisfying snack.
What is the purpose of the lime juice?
Lime juice adds a zesty acidity to the marinade that balances the heat of the chipotle chiles.
Should the tomato be grilled?
No, the plum tomato should be cut into thin wedges and added fresh during assembly.
What is 'slicing on the bias'?
Slicing on the bias means cutting the wrap at an angle, which improves the presentation.
How much adobo sauce is used per wrap?
Approximately 1 teaspoon of adobo sauce is drizzled into each wrap during assembly.
Can I use Greek yogurt instead of low-fat yogurt?
Yes, plain Greek yogurt can be used as a thicker, higher-protein substitute for plain low-fat yogurt.
What makes this a 'Santa Fe' style recipe?
The use of chipotle, lime, poblano peppers, and cumin-adjacent flavors creates a flavor profile typical of Santa Fe and Southwestern cuisine.