Description
These Lemon Pepper Chicken Wraps feature tender, juicy chicken breasts seasoned with zesty lemon pepper and complemented by a creamy, tangy lemon pepper sauce. Wrapped in soft tortillas with fresh romaine lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion, this recipe offers a perfect blend of textures and flavors for a quick, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasoning
- 1 lb (450g) chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons lemon pepper seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Vegetables
- 1 cup romaine lettuce, shredded
- 1 medium tomato, diced
- 1/2 cup cucumber, sliced thin
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
Lemon Pepper Sauce
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wraps
- 4 large tortillas
Instructions
- Preheat the skillet: Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium heat to ensure it is hot enough for cooking the chicken evenly.
- Prepare the lemon pepper sauce: In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Mix well to create a creamy, tangy lemon pepper sauce.
- Oil the skillet: Lightly coat the heated skillet with olive oil to prevent the chicken from sticking and to add richness during cooking.
- Cook the chicken: Coat the chicken breasts evenly with the lemon pepper seasoning. Place them in the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, until they become golden brown and are cooked through. Slice the cooked chicken thinly for assembling.
- Check doneness: Use a food thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
- Assemble the wraps: Warm the tortillas slightly to make them pliable. Lay each tortilla flat and layer with shredded romaine lettuce, diced tomato, sliced cucumber, red onion, and the sliced lemon pepper chicken. Drizzle generously with the lemon pepper sauce.
- Roll and serve: Roll the wraps tightly to enclose all the fillings. Slice in half if desired and serve immediately for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Ensure chicken is cooked to the recommended internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for food safety.
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in lemon pepper seasoning for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Use Greek yogurt in the sauce to reduce the overall fat content while maintaining creaminess.
- These wraps can be customized with additional veggies or a sprinkle of shredded cheese if desired.
- To make the wraps gluten-free, use gluten-free tortillas instead of traditional ones.
