How to Make the Perfect Pesto Chicken and Avocado Wraps
American · Easy · 30 min · 4 servings
These hearty wraps are filled with tender sliced pesto chicken, creamy ripe avocado, crisp romaine lettuce, and sun-ripened tomatoes all bundled in a large soft tortilla. They are easy to assemble ahead of time and hold together beautifully when wrapped tightly in foil.
Why this recipe works
This Pesto Chicken and Avocado Wraps recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 30 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 490 calories with 38g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 6 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 500 g chicken breast sliced thin
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 medium ripe avocados sliced
- 3 tbsp basil pesto
- 1 cup romaine lettuce shredded
- 2 medium roma tomatoes thinly sliced
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Cook the Chicken
Season the sliced chicken with salt and pepper. Cook in a lightly oiled skillet over medium-high heat for 6 to 7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Allow to rest and cool slightly.
Step 2: Toss with Pesto
Toss the cooked chicken slices with basil pesto in a bowl until every piece is evenly and generously coated with the sauce.
Step 3: Assemble the Wraps
Lay each tortilla flat and layer with shredded romaine, tomato slices, avocado, and pesto chicken. Do not overfill or the wrap will be difficult to roll closed.
Step 4: Roll and Wrap
Fold in the sides of the tortilla and roll firmly from the bottom to form a tight burrito-style wrap. Wrap each one tightly in foil and refrigerate until ready to pack into the cooler.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- basil pesto → sun-dried tomato pesto for a richer and more intense flavor
- flour tortillas → spinach wraps for added color and a mild earthy taste
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Adding avocado too far in advance which causes it to brown and look unappetizing by picnic time
- Overfilling the wraps which makes them impossible to roll tightly and causes them to fall apart
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 490 calories, 38g protein, 35g carbs, 22g fat, 6g fiber.
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