Southwestern Chicken Fajita Wraps

Health score
8%
Southwestern Chicken Fajita Wraps
35 min.
8
291kcal

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Are you ready to spice up your lunch or dinner with a burst of Southwestern flavors? Our Southwestern Chicken Fajita Wraps are the perfect solution for anyone looking to enjoy a delicious and satisfying meal in just 35 minutes! These wraps are not only quick to prepare but also packed with vibrant ingredients that will tantalize your taste buds.

Imagine tender strips of boneless chicken breasts seasoned with aromatic cumin and a kick of cayenne pepper, sautéed to perfection alongside crisp bell peppers and onions. The combination of these fresh ingredients creates a mouthwatering filling that is both hearty and healthy. Each wrap is generously topped with a zesty corn and tomato mixture, adding a delightful crunch and a pop of color.

Wrapped in warm flour tortillas and finished off with a sprinkle of creamy Monterey Jack cheese, these fajita wraps are a feast for the senses. Whether you're hosting a casual gathering or simply enjoying a cozy night in, these wraps are sure to impress your family and friends. Serve them with a side of thick and chunky salsa and a dollop of sour cream for an extra layer of flavor that will leave everyone coming back for more.

So grab your skillet and get ready to whip up these Southwestern Chicken Fajita Wraps that are not only delicious but also a wholesome choice for any meal. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 11 oz corn southwestern style undrained canned
  • 0.3 cup tomatoes seeded chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground pepper red (cayenne)
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoons vegetable oil 
  • lb chicken breast boneless skinless cut into thin strips
  • 1.5 teaspoons ground cumin 
  • medium onion cut into thin wedges
  • medium bell pepper green cut into thin strips
  • 11 oz flour tortilla for burritos (8 count
  • oz monterrey jack cheese shredded
  • serving salsa thick
  • serving cream sour

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. In medium bowl, stir together corn, tomato, red pepper and salt; set aside.
  2. In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Add chicken; sprinkle with cumin.
  4. Add onion; cook 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
  5. Add bell pepper; cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until chicken is no longer pink in center and bell pepper is crisp-tender.
  6. To assemble each wrap, spoon 3/4 cup chicken mixture down center of warm tortilla. Top with 1/4 cup corn mixture; sprinkle with 2 tablespoons cheese. Fold 2 sides of tortilla toward center; secure with toothpick.
  7. Serve with salsa and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts

Calories291kcal
Protein27.84%
Fat34.39%
Carbs37.77%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.63
Glycemic Load
6.52
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
13.875651937464%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.04mg
Luteolin
0.7mg
Isorhamnetin
0.69mg
Kaempferol
0.1mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
3.16mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:291.11kcal
14.56%
Fat:11.02g
16.95%
Saturated Fat:4.6g
28.76%
Carbohydrates:27.22g
9.07%
Net Carbohydrates:25.15g
9.15%
Sugar:2.85g
3.16%
Cholesterol:49.79mg
16.6%
Sodium:602.61mg
26.2%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:20.07g
40.13%
Selenium:29.08µg
41.55%
Vitamin B3:8.15mg
40.76%
Phosphorus:291.4mg
29.14%
Vitamin B6:0.53mg
26.3%
Vitamin C:15.38mg
18.65%
Calcium:177.9mg
17.79%
Vitamin B1:0.26mg
17.46%
Folate:58.22µg
14.55%
Manganese:0.29mg
14.36%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
14.29%
Iron:2.19mg
12.15%
Potassium:397.46mg
11.36%
Vitamin B5:0.95mg
9.52%
Magnesium:37.29mg
9.32%
Fiber:2.07g
8.28%
Zinc:1.16mg
7.72%
Vitamin K:7.3µg
6.95%
Vitamin A:318.36IU
6.37%
Copper:0.1mg
4.9%
Vitamin B12:0.23µg
3.9%
Vitamin E:0.43mg
2.88%