Grilled Chicken Wrap

Stuffed to the brim with hearty proteins marinated in citrus dressing, this grilled chicken wrap is the ideal lunch to satisfy you during busy work days. You can cook a few of these handhelds in advance, pop them in your fridge (or freezer) and reheat them when you need a quick and easy lunch. You only need to dedicate 20 minutes to making these and then you can garnish them with delicious toppings like refreshing shredded lettuce, savory cheddar cheese, rich sour cream or briny black olives. 

Grilled Chicken Wrap Ingredients

• Marinade: We combine olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, cumin and cayenne pepper to create a spicy citrus marinade for the chicken.
• Chicken: We marinate boneless chicken breast in a citrusy dressing to infuse bright flavors.
• Tortillas: We rely on flour tortillas for the base of these wraps. 
• Toppings: To upgrade these wraps, we fill them with a variety of toppings, such as shredded lettuce, cheddar cheese, black olives, diced tomatoes, green onion and sour cream. 

Directions   

Step 1: Marinate the chicken

Get a large resealable plastic bag and mix the first five ingredients: olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, cumin and cayenne pepper. Then, add the chicken to the bag with this marinade. Seal the bag and refrigerate the chicken for up to two hours.

Step 2: Grill the chicken

Drain and discard the marinade from the chicken. Place a griddle on medium-high heat and grill the uncovered chicken for four to five minutes on each side or until it’s no longer pink. Then, slice the chicken into strips.

Step 3: Assemble the wraps

Serve the chicken on warmed tortillas and then add your choice of toppings.

Grilled Chicken Wrap Recipe Variations 

• Use a different protein: Instead of marinating and grilling chicken, try cooking with steak, mushrooms or shrimp.
• Switch up the marinade: Depending on how you marinate the chicken, your wrap can have so many flavors. You can make it spicy or garlicky depending on the herbs and seasonings you add you go. Here is a list of homemade marinade recipes.
• Grill the wrap: You can turn this recipe into a quesadilla by adding the cheese and then grilling your wraps before garnishing with the rest of the toppings.

How to Store Grilled Chicken Wraps

We recommend storing the tortillas, chicken and toppings separately. First, allow the chicken to cool and come to room temperature. Depending on how much is left, divide it into smaller portions and store it in an airtight container. Refrigerate all of the fixings for three to four days.

Can you make this recipe for grilled chicken wraps ahead of time? 

This grilled chicken wrap recipe is ideal for meal prep. Grill the chicken and store it in the fridge with your other toppings for three to four days. You can reheat it when you’re ready to eat. 

Can you freeze these grilled chicken wrap?

You can freeze these grilled chicken wraps—without the toppings—for up to four months. Then, you can pop them in your oven or the microwave to reheat them. 

How long do these grilled chicken wraps last? 

These grilled chicken wraps can be stored in the refrigerator for three to four days or in the freezer for four months.

Grilled Chicken Wrap Tips

How do I fold these grilled chicken wraps?

To prevent your toppings from spilling out of these handhelds, grasp both sides of the tortillas filled with the fixings. Carefully fold them over until they touch the other side, then proceed to roll. For more step-by-step details, check out this burrito wrapping guide.

What types of toppings should I add to these wraps?

First, start with a refreshing green like shredded lettuce, arugula or chopped kale. Next, add something creamy like sour cream, avocado or crema sauce. Then, you’ll want to top it with savory ingredients like olives, pickled jalapenos or scallions. Lastly, don’t forget the cheese. We recommend cheddar but you can  try pepper jack, cotija or muenster. 

What can I serve alongside grilled chicken wraps? 

These wraps taste delicious, but they’ll shine near a side of crispy fries or crunchy potato chips. You can also serve them with a vibrant salad for a refreshing route.