Spicy Grilled Chicken Wrap recipe

Spicy Grilled Chicken Wrap

by Diana Opoti (@dianaopotieats)
Prep Time
40min
Cook Time
15min
Total Time
55min

A flavorful wrap featuring spicy grilled chicken, pickled onions, and guacamole, perfect for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1 wrap)

Mexican Chicken Marinade

  • 4tbsp
    olive oil
  • 3clove
    garlic, minced
  • 1
    lemon or lime, juiced
  • 1tbsp
    smoked paprika
  • 1tsp
    chili powder
  • 1tsp
    dried oregano
  • 1tsp
    black pepper
  • 1tsp
    cumin powder
  • 1tsp
    salt
  • buttermilk (optional)

Pickled Onion

  • 1/3cup
    white wine vinegar
  • 1
    medium red onion, thinly sliced

Guacamole

  • 1
    medium avocado
  • 1
    tomato, seeded and coarsely chopped
  • 1
    lemon, juiced

Wrap Fillings

  • 1
    large tortilla wrap
  • spicy roasted red pepper sauce
  • lettuce leaves
  • spring onions, chopped
  • fresh green chilies, chopped (optional)

How to make Spicy Grilled Chicken Wrap

Prepare the Marinade and Chicken

  1. In a bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, lemon or lime juice, smoked paprika, chili powder, oregano, black pepper, cumin powder, and salt. Optionally, add buttermilk to the marinade for extra tenderness.

  2. Place chicken breasts in a zip-lock bag, pour the marinade over, and massage it into the meat. Seal and marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for maximum flavor.

Pickle the Onions

  1. Place thinly sliced red onion in a small jar and pour vinegar over until fully covered. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes to soften and absorb the tangy flavor.

Make the Guacamole

  1. In a bowl, mash the avocado and mix with coarsely chopped tomato. Squeeze lemon juice over the mixture to prevent browning, and stir to combine.

Grill the Chicken

  1. Preheat a grill or pan over medium heat. Remove chicken from the marinade and grill for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.

    Step 4.1: Preheat a grill or pan over medium heat
    Step 4.2: Preheat a grill or pan over medium heat
  2. Let it rest for a few minutes, then slice into strips.

    Step 4.1: Let it rest for a few minutes, then slice into strips

Assemble the Wrap

  1. Place a tortilla on a clean surface. Spread a generous layer of spicy roasted red pepper sauce on the tortilla.

  2. Layer with lettuce leaves, a spoonful of guacamole, and sliced grilled chicken. Top with pickled red onions, chopped spring onions, and chilies if desired.

    Step 5.1: Layer with lettuce leaves, a spoonful of guacamole, and sliced grilled chicken

Grill the Wrap

  1. Heat a griddle or pan over medium heat. Place the assembled wrap in the pan and cook for 2 minutes on each side until the wrap is golden and crispy.

    Step 6.1: Heat a griddle or pan over medium heat

Tips & Tricks

  1. Marinate the chicken longer for deeper flavor, ideally overnight if possible.

  2. Add a tablespoon or two of buttermilk to your marinades to keep chicken breasts extra tender.

  3. To keep guacamole fresh, cover it with plastic wrap, pressing down to prevent air exposure.

  4. Press down slightly on the wrap as it grills to get those classic griddle marks and a nice, crispy texture.