Southwest Chicken Wraps with Baja Sauce

Family Favorite • Serves 6

Ingredients

Chicken

• 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Olive oil spray
• Chili powder
• Smoked paprika
• Cumin
• Garlic powder
• Onion powder
• Oregano
• Salt
• Black pepper

Baja Sauce

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup sour cream
• ¼ cup mayonnaise
• 1 small can diced green chiles, drained
• 1 to 2 tablespoons diced pickled jalapeños (adjust to taste)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• Juice of ½ lime
• Salt and pepper to taste

For Serving

• Large flour tortillas
• Shredded romaine lettuce
• Diced tomatoes
• Diced red onion
• Shredded Mexican cheese blend
• Fresh cilantro (optional)
• Santa Fe tortilla strips (optional, for crunch)

Directions

1. Cook the Chicken

Lightly spray both sides of the chicken breasts with olive oil.

Generously season both sides with:

• Chili powder
• Smoked paprika
• Cumin
• Garlic powder
• Onion powder
• Oregano
• Salt
• Black pepper

Cook on a preheated griddle until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, turning once. Allow to rest for a few minutes, then slice into thin strips or bite-sized pieces.

2. Make the Baja Sauce

Mix together the softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, green chiles, jalapeños, garlic powder, onion powder, lime juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.

If desired, warm the sauce for 10 to 20 seconds in the microwave before serving to make it easier to spread or drizzle.

3. Assemble the Wraps

Warm the tortillas briefly.

Layer with:

1. Baja sauce
2. Chicken
3. Cheese
4. Lettuce
5. Tomatoes
6. Red onion
7. Cilantro (optional)
8. Tortilla strips for crunch (optional)

Roll tightly and serve immediately.

Blair’s Family Notes

• ⭐ Papa Hu loved these.
• A huge hit after the Fourth of July weekend.
• Great way to use leftover chicken.
• The Baja sauce is delicious made ahead and becomes wonderfully creamy as it warms.
• Excellent for lunches the next day.
• Serve with elote corn salad, fruit, chips, or a simple salad.

Family Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Definitely a keeper.”