High-Protein Chicken & Sweet Potato Wrap is a healthy lunch. This wrap is enriched with proteins and fiber which keeps us full for long time. It is prepared with easily and simply obtainable components which are sweet potatoes. Olive oil, avocados, chicken shreds, herbs, cilantro, and seasonings. These wraps don’t require much preparation time ad they get prepares in 40 minutes, perfect for quick lunch. We can easily store these wraps as well, so we can make them for meal prep if required. Serve this High-Protein Chicken & Sweet Potato Wrap with tomato soup, roasted broccoli & iced tea.
STATS:
- Calories: 485 kcal
- Duration for prep: Fifteen minutes
- Cooking Duration: Twenty-five minutes
- Total Duration: Forty minutes
- Serving Size: 1 wrap
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High-Protein
- Course: Lunch, Dinner
- Servings: 4
EQUIPMENT:
- Baking sheet
- Mixing bowls
- Fork
- Knife
- Parchment paper
- Cutting board
- Oven
- Measuring spoons
- Spatula
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 medium sweet potatoes,
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- 1 tsp. paprika
- ¾ tsp. ground cumin
- ¾ tsp. ground coriander
- ¼ tsp. salt
- 1 medium ripe avocado
- 1 tsp. chopped fresh thyme
- 4 white flour tortillas
- 2½ cups rotisserie chicken
- ¼ cup cilantro leaves
INGREDIENT NOTES:
SWEET POTATOES:
- We have to utilize the firm and fresh sweet potatoes which have the smooth skin so they roast well and keep their shape. They will have the light caramelized taste which will balance the chicken flavor.
OLIVE OIL:
- Olive oil is utilized to roast the sweet potatoes and also provides the good fat content and it will also enrich the spices. You would also utilize the avocado oil instead if required.
SEASONINGS:
- Add the coriander, paprika, salt, & cumin to season this wrap. These spices will add the warm flavor, paprika will and the color, while the salt will enrich the flavor
AVOCADO:
- We have to utilize the firm and ripe avocado so it gets mash easily and forms the creamy spread. It will provides the good fat content in the wrap and keep them juicy.
THYME:
- Add the fresh thyme to provide the strong herbal taste. We would also utilize the dried thyme instead but in small quantity if required.
WHITE FLOUR TORTILLAS:
- Use the soft 8 inch white flour tortillas to make these wraps. We have to warm the tortillas then roll so they doesn’t get crack.
ROTISSERIE CHICKEN:
- Utilize the rotisserie chicken to make the stuffing. It will be convenient for us and provides the flavorful and protein rich wraps. We would also utilize the leftover cooked chicken breast as well.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Heat the oven at 425° F and put the parchment on tray.
- Add the seasonings on the sweet potatoes and mix them then put them in the tray.
- Now roast the sweet potatoes for twenty to twenty-five minutes & flip them in between.
- Then add the avocado and spices in the bowl and mash to make it smooth.
- Now heat the tortillas pan to make them soft.
- Add the equal layer of avocado mixture on each tortillas and add the chicken shreds equally on them.
- Now add the roasted sweet potatoes and cilantro over them and fold tightly to make the wraps.
- Now toast the wraps for two to three minutes then serve.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
SALADS:
- Greek Salad
- Cucumber Tomato Salad
- Garden Salad
- Arugula Salad
- Spinach Salad
VEGETABLE SIDES:
- Roasted Broccoli
- Grilled Asparagus
- Garlic Green Beans
- Roasted Brussels Sprouts
- Sautéed Zucchini
SOUPS:
- Tomato Basil Soup
- Chicken Vegetable Soup
- Black Bean Soup
- Lentil Soup
- Tortilla Soup
DIPS & SAUCES:
- Greek Yogurt Dip
- Guacamole
- Salsa
- Cilantro Lime Sauce
- Chipotle Aioli
GRAINS & STARCHES:
- Brown Rice
- Quinoa
- Cilantro Lime Rice
- Mexican Rice
- Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges
HEALTHY SNACKS:
- Fresh Fruit Salad
- Mixed Nuts
- Cottage Cheese
- Roasted Chickpeas
- Hummus with Veggies
BEVERAGES:
- Iced Green Tea
- Unsweetened Iced Tea
- Sparkling Lemon Water
- Cucumber Mint Water
- Fresh Orange Juice
TIPS:
- We have to roast the sweet potatoes till they get lightly caramelized to provide the good taste.
- Heat the tortillas then assemble to avoid tearing them.
- Don’t overfill the tortillas so they doesn’t get leak.
- Include the spinach or lettuce to include the additional vegetables in the wrap.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
Cover the wraps in plastic or foil then add them in the box.
FRIDGE:
- Store these wraps for three days.
FREEZE:
- Freeze these wraps for 2 months.
FAQs:
Will I utilize the grilled chicken to make these wraps?
- Yes, we would easily utilize the grilled chicken to prepare them.
Could we prepare them before the requirement?
- Yes, assemble the wraps but include the avocadoes when required to prevent them from getting brown.
Will I make these wraps with whole wheat tortillas?
- Yes, we would easily make these wraps with whole wheat tortillas which will provide the additional nutrients and fiber.
Can I prepare the wraps spicy?
- Yes, include the cayenne pepper, hot sauce, & jalapeno slices.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 485 kcal
Net Carbs: 36 g
Serving Size: 1 wrap
Total Carbs: 42 g
Servings: 4
Fiber: 6 g
Protein: 31 g
Fat: 20 g
Sodium: 610 mg
Potassium: 690 mg
Calcium: 0.12 g
Iron: 0.003 g
Vitamin A: 0.9 g
