Pesto Chicken Wrap (Printable Version)

Tender chicken with zesty pesto, fresh veggies, and creamy cheese wrapped for a satisfying meal.

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or sliced (approximately 10.5 oz)

→ Pesto & Cheese

02 - 1/3 cup basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
03 - 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

→ Vegetables

04 - 1 cup baby spinach leaves
05 - 1 medium tomato, thinly sliced
06 - 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
07 - 1/2 cup roasted red peppers, sliced (optional)

→ Wraps & Extras

08 - 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch)
09 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - In a medium bowl, mix cooked chicken with basil pesto until evenly coated.
02 - Heat tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for 10–15 seconds to increase pliability.
03 - Place each tortilla flat and layer baby spinach, the pesto-coated chicken, mozzarella, tomato slices, red onion, and roasted red peppers if using, down the center.
04 - Sprinkle with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
05 - Fold the sides inward and roll tightly to enclose the filling.
06 - Slice each wrap in half and serve immediately or wrap tightly in foil or parchment paper for portability.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • It comes together in 25 minutes flat, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep when you want something that actually tastes fresh.
  • The pesto does all the heavy lifting flavor-wise, so you don't need to sauce or season anything else.
  • It travels beautifully—wrap it in foil and it's your perfect desk lunch or picnic food.
02 -
  • Warming the tortillas is non-negotiable—trying to roll a cold tortilla will crack it, and you'll end up frustrated.
  • Don't overstuff; it's tempting to pile everything in, but restraint is what keeps your wrap from falling apart the moment you pick it up.
03 -
  • If your pesto seems thick or oil-separated, let it come to room temperature for a minute or two, and it'll coat the chicken much more evenly.
  • Slice your tomato and onion right before assembling so they stay crisp and don't release too much moisture into the wrap.
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