Description
These creamy pesto chicken wraps combine tender cooked chicken with a flavorful pesto yogurt sauce, fresh vegetables, and melty mozzarella, all wrapped in soft tortillas for a quick, satisfying meal perfect for lunch or a light dinner.
Ingredients
Protein & Sauce
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, sliced or shredded
- 1/3 cup basil pesto
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Vegetables & Cheese
- 1 cup spinach leaves
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Wraps
- 4 large tortillas or wraps
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Warm the tortillas briefly in a skillet over medium heat or microwave them for 15 seconds to make them more pliable and flavorful.
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, thoroughly mix the cooked chicken with basil pesto, Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, salt, and black pepper until the chicken is evenly coated with the creamy sauce.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Lay out the warmed tortillas flat on a clean surface, ready to build the wraps.
- Assemble the Dish: On each tortilla, evenly layer spinach leaves, thinly sliced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and shredded mozzarella cheese. Spoon the creamy pesto chicken mixture over the vegetables.
- Cook to Perfection (Optional): For a warm, crispy finish, toast the assembled wraps in a skillet over medium heat for 2–3 minutes per side until the cheese slightly melts and the wrap is golden.
- Finishing Touches: Slice each wrap in half on the diagonal. Optionally serve with extra pesto or a light drizzle of balsamic glaze for added flavor.
- Serve and Enjoy: Enjoy the wraps immediately for best taste, or wrap them tightly in foil for a convenient grab-and-go lunch.
Notes
- Use fresh basil pesto for the brightest and most vibrant flavor.
- Keep vegetables dry to prevent the wraps from becoming soggy.
- Store leftovers tightly wrapped in foil or plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a complete meal, serve the wraps with chips, a crisp salad, or a warm soup.
