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Chicken Pesto Wraps

Delicious Chicken Pesto Wraps for Quick Healthy Meals

Healthy Chicken Pesto Wraps combining tender chicken, basil pesto, and fresh veggies for a quick meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 wraps
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Wraps
  • 1 cup Cooked Chicken Breast can substitute with turkey, tofu, or chickpeas
  • 2 pieces Whole Wheat Tortillas gluten-free tortillas can be used
  • 1/2 cup Basil Pesto homemade or store-bought
  • 2 cups Baby Spinach Leaves can use arugula or kale
For the Fillings
  • 1/4 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes chopped
  • 1/2 cup Mozzarella Cheese shredded
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil high-quality extra-virgin recommended

Equipment

  • Grill or Skillet
  • food processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chicken Pesto Wraps
  1. Season chicken breast with salt and pepper, grill or sauté until cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
  2. Prepare basil pesto in a food processor by blending fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan, and olive oil until smooth.
  3. Rinse and dry spinach leaves, chop sun-dried tomatoes, and shred mozzarella cheese.
  4. Spread pesto on tortilla, layer spinach, chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and mozzarella. Distribute toppings evenly.
  5. Fold in the sides of tortilla and roll tightly from the bottom up. Slice each wrap in half.
  6. Optionally grill wraps in a skillet with olive oil for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden.

Nutrition

Serving: 1wrapCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours. For longer storage, freeze ungrilled wraps for up to 2 months.

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