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Creamy Pesto Chicken Wraps Recipe

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These creamy pesto chicken wraps are a quick and flavorful meal combining tender cooked chicken with vibrant basil pesto, tangy Greek yogurt, and fresh vegetables wrapped in soft tortillas. Perfect for a satisfying lunch or easy dinner, they offer a delightful balance of creamy, herby, and crisp textures with optional toasting for a warm, crispy finish.

Ingredients

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Chicken Mixture

  • 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

  1. Preheat Your Equipment: If desired, warm tortillas briefly in a skillet over medium heat or in the microwave for 15 seconds to make them more pliable and enhance flavor.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, thoroughly mix the cooked chicken with basil pesto, Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, salt, and black pepper until the chicken is well coated with the creamy, herby sauce.
  3. Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Lay out the large tortillas flat on a clean surface to make assembling easier.
  4. Assemble the Dish: On each tortilla, layer fresh spinach leaves, sliced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and shredded mozzarella cheese evenly. Then spoon the creamy pesto chicken mixture on top of the vegetable and cheese layers.
  5. Cook to Perfection: (Optional) Toast the assembled wraps in a preheated skillet over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes per side, pressing gently, until the wraps are warm and slightly crispy, and the cheese starts to melt.
  6. Finishing Touches: Remove the wraps from the skillet and slice each in half diagonally. Serve immediately as is, or with extra basil pesto or a drizzle of balsamic glaze for added flavor.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Enjoy the wraps right away or wrap tightly in foil for a convenient grab-and-go lunch option.

Notes

  • Use fresh basil pesto for the brightest and most flavorful results.
  • Dry vegetables thoroughly with a paper towel to prevent soggy wraps.
  • Double-layer tortillas if they’re thin to avoid tearing when rolling.
  • Chill assembled wraps before slicing for a cleaner cut and neater presentation.
  • Store wrapped tightly in foil or plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • If prepping more than a day in advance, keep wet ingredients like tomatoes and cucumber separate and add just before serving to maintain wrap texture.
  • Optionally add roasted red peppers or sun-dried tomatoes for an extra depth of flavor.
  • Try flavored tortillas such as spinach or tomato wraps for visual flair and subtle taste variations.
  • To make the wraps dairy-free, substitute Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, and mozzarella with appropriate dairy-free alternatives.

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