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Smoky chipotle peppers in adobo sauce do more flavor work per tablespoon than almost any other pantry ingredient - a little goes a long way in the yogurt-based sauce here, balanced by cool avocado and crisp lettuce. This is a wrap built around actual protein and produce rather than sauce and cheese, without tasting like a diet compromise.
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
12 min
Servings
2 people
Difficulty
easy
Per serving
450kcal
Calories
34g
Protein
32g
Carbs
22g
Fat
8g
Fiber
3g
Sugar
Follow step-by-step with voice guidance.
Season the chicken breasts with the cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, until fully cooked through and reaching an internal temperature of 74°C (165°F). Remove and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
While the chicken cooks, finely mince the chipotle pepper and mix it with the adobo sauce, Greek yogurt, and lime juice to make the chipotle sauce.
Warm the tortillas briefly in a dry pan or microwave until pliable.
Lay a tortilla flat and spread a generous layer of the chipotle sauce down the center.
Layer the sliced chicken, mashed or sliced avocado, shredded lettuce, and diced tomato.
Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then roll tightly from the bottom up.
Slice in half and serve immediately, or wrap tightly in foil for a portable lunch.
Rest the Chicken Before Slicing: Letting the cooked chicken sit for a few minutes before cutting keeps the juices inside rather than spilling out onto the cutting board. Start with Less Chipotle: A little chipotle pepper goes a long way in terms of both heat and smokiness - start with less than you think you need and adjust to taste. Warm the Tortilla First: A slightly warmed tortilla is far more pliable and less likely to crack or tear when rolling tightly around the filling.
It's moderately spicy with a smoky depth - start with half a pepper if you're sensitive to heat, since chipotle peppers in adobo can vary in intensity by brand.
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