Sweet and Spicy Chicken Wraps

Health score
19%
Sweet and Spicy Chicken Wraps
30 min.
8
464kcal

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Are you ready to tantalize your taste buds with a delightful fusion of flavors? Introducing our Sweet and Spicy Chicken Wraps, a perfect dish for lunch, dinner, or any time you crave something deliciously satisfying. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a meal that serves eight, making it ideal for family gatherings or casual get-togethers with friends.

Imagine tender strips of boneless, skinless chicken breast, perfectly cooked and infused with a zesty blend of thick and chunky mild salsa, honey, and a hint of cayenne pepper for that extra kick. Each bite is a harmonious balance of sweet and spicy, complemented by a creamy mayonnaise and cucumber spread that adds a refreshing touch. Wrapped in warm, pliable flour tortillas and layered with fresh baby spinach, these wraps are not only flavorful but also packed with nutrients.

Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing dish for your next party, these Sweet and Spicy Chicken Wraps are sure to impress. With a caloric breakdown that includes a good balance of protein, fats, and carbohydrates, you can enjoy this meal guilt-free. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a culinary masterpiece that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise 
  • 0.3 cup cucumber seeded finely chopped
  • tablespoons honey 
  • tablespoon vegetable oil 
  • 1.3 lb chicken breast boneless skinless cut into 1/4-inch-thick strips
  • 0.7 cup mild cheddar cheese thick
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground pepper red (cayenne)
  • 10-inch flour tortilla ()
  • oz baby spinach fresh loosely packed

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • microwave

Directions

  1. In bowl, mix mayonnaise, cucumber and 1 tablespoon of the honey. Cover; refrigerate until needed.
  2. In 10-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat until hot.
  3. Add chicken; cook, stirring frequently, 6 to 8 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink in center. Stir in salsa remaining 1 tablespoon honey and the cayenne. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes or until flavors are blended.
  4. Stack 4 of the tortillas in microwave oven. Microwave on High, 20 to 30 seconds or until warm and pliable. Repeat with remaining 4 tortillas.
  5. Spread each tortilla with 1 tablespoon of the mayonnaise mixture; layer with 1/2 cup loosely packed spinach leaves and 1/3 cup of the chicken mixture.
  6. Roll up tortilla; cut diagonally in half.

Nutrition Facts

Calories464kcal
Protein20.51%
Fat44.79%
Carbs34.7%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30.28
Glycemic Load
13.37
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
22.597826232081%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.1mg
Kaempferol
0.9mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.56mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:463.76kcal
23.19%
Fat:22.89g
35.21%
Saturated Fat:6.16g
38.53%
Carbohydrates:39.89g
13.3%
Net Carbohydrates:37.06g
13.47%
Sugar:7.15g
7.94%
Cholesterol:60.66mg
20.22%
Sodium:759.43mg
33.02%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:23.58g
47.15%
Vitamin K:100.22µg
95.45%
Selenium:41.48µg
59.25%
Vitamin B3:10.61mg
53.06%
Phosphorus:347.5mg
34.75%
Vitamin B6:0.61mg
30.69%
Vitamin A:1508.89IU
30.18%
Vitamin B1:0.41mg
27.62%
Folate:99.63µg
24.91%
Manganese:0.5mg
24.76%
Vitamin B2:0.34mg
20.2%
Calcium:188.55mg
18.86%
Iron:3.27mg
18.18%
Potassium:449.78mg
12.85%
Magnesium:48.5mg
12.13%
Vitamin B5:1.21mg
12.1%
Fiber:2.84g
11.34%
Zinc:1.25mg
8.3%
Vitamin E:1.13mg
7.53%
Vitamin C:5.09mg
6.17%
Copper:0.12mg
6.07%
Vitamin B12:0.26µg
4.31%
Vitamin D:0.16µg
1.04%