Healthy Shredded Chicken Wraps: A Quick Lunch Solution with Crunchy Romaine
By Ava Mitchell
Prep
10 min
Total
10 min
Servings
4
Level
Easy
These healthy shredded chicken wraps are a good choice for a weekday lunch․ Romaine lettuce and shredded chicken add crunch․ These wraps can be made in under 10 minutes and are other good low-calorie‚ high-volume lunch options․ Greek yogurt in the dressing adds tartness and helps keep the wraps from getting soggy․
Buying rotisserie chicken is a convenient shortcut because the chicken has already been prepared by a professional․ Chopped romaine adds a crunchy texture and fresh flavor to complement the chicken․ Whole-wheat tortillas are a good source of fiber and other nutrients․
Because the chicken is already cooked‚ some tips for making this recipe include chilling it before assembly to help the lettuce stay fresh and tips for rolling the wrap to prevent it from falling apart due to overfilling․ Tips include rolling the wrap tightly to help prevent it from falling apart․
These wrap recipes are great for meal prepping‚ but the wraps taste best when consumed shortly after preparation․ Heirloom tomatoes and cucumbers in water can be served with the wraps for additional flavor and hydration․ Suggestions for serving include keeping the wraps well wrapped until ready to eat to preserve flavor and texture throughout the day․
Why you'll love this recipe
- Meal planning is simple because these wraps take 10 minutes or less to prepare and are a good meal option for people with busy schedules who are looking for healthy convenience foods․
- Rotisserie chicken is fully cooked and tasty․ It can save you time and other hassles․
- Whole-wheat wraps are a healthier option because they contain more fiber and can help you stay satisfied and energized longer than sweetened wraps․
- The Greek yogurt dressing adds flavor and moisture barrier to keep the wrap from becoming soggy while eating․
- Easy to adapt to other diets‚ roasted chickpeas or tofu are other protein options besides chicken․ Appropriate for various audiences․
- Great options for lunches or picnics‚ these wraps don't require unusual ingredients to be tasty and can help simplify lunch planning․
Ingredients
- •4 whole whole wheat wraps
- •2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken (without skin)
- •1 cup chopped romaine lettuce
- •4 tablespoons Greek yogurt dressing
Instructions
- 1
Remove the skin from the rotisserie chicken and shred the meat into bite-sized strips.
- 2
Lay each whole wheat wrap on a flat cutting board.
- 3
Spread one tablespoon of Greek yogurt dressing evenly onto the center of each wrap, leaving one inch from the edges.
- 4
Place half a cup of shredded chicken over the dressing, concentrating in the lower third.
- 5
Layer a quarter cup of chopped romaine lettuce across the chicken.
- 6
Fold the sides of the wrap inward toward the center, then roll the bottom edge upward tightly over the filling.
- 7
Slice each wrap in half on a bias for presentation.
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