Description
Pesto Chicken and Avocado Bacon Salad Wraps are a delightful fusion of creamy avocado, zesty pesto, and crunchy bacon, all wrapped in a soft tortilla. Perfect for picnics or quick lunches, these wraps offer a burst of flavor and freshness with every bite. Easy to prepare and customizable to your taste, they are sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce
- 2 ripe avocados, sliced
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 2 cups fresh spinach or lettuce
- 4 large flour or whole wheat tortillas
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Chicken: Preheat grill or skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, cooking for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown. Let cool before shredding.
- 2. Prepare the Bacon: Fry bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towels and chop into pieces.
- 3. Make Pesto Mixture: In a bowl, combine shredded chicken with pesto sauce until well-coated.
- 4. Assemble Your Wraps: Lay tortillas flat and layer with spinach or lettuce, pesto chicken mixture, avocado slices, and crispy bacon bits.
- 5. Roll It Up: Tightly roll each tortilla, tucking in the sides as you go. Slice in half diagonally for presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying/Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Substitute grilled shrimp or tofu for a vegetarian option. Add spicy mustard or hot sauce for an extra kick. Store leftovers in an airtight container; reheat gently in the microwave.