Pesto Chicken and Avocado Salad Wraps
If you’re in search of a quick yet satisfying meal that’s sure to please the entire family, look no further than these Pesto Chicken and Avocado Salad Wraps. This delightful recipe combines juicy grilled chicken, creamy avocado, and crispy turkey bacon, all infused with zesty pesto, wrapped in soft whole wheat tortillas. With an impressive protein boost and healthy fats, these wraps are perfect for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings. Plus, they can be prepared in just 20 minutes—leaving you with more time to relax or enjoy with loved ones. Once you try them, they’ll undoubtedly become a staple in your household!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- 1 cup mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, baby kale)
- 4 whole wheat tortillas
- 2–3 tablespoons pesto sauce
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a separate skillet, cook turkey bacon until crispy.
- Slice the cooked chicken and turkey bacon into bite-sized pieces.
- On each tortilla, spread pesto sauce then layer with mixed greens, avocado slices, chicken pieces, crispy bacon, and optional tomatoes.
- Roll each tortilla tightly to enclose the filling; secure with toothpicks if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap (200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 65mg