A quick and healthy grilled chicken and rice tortilla wrap, packed with lean protein, wholesome carbs, and fresh flavor from garlic, onion, and lemon.
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Ingredients
- 4 medium whole wheat tortillas
- 1 pound chicken breast, sliced
- 2 cups cooked brown rice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- 1.Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and onion, sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- 2.Add sliced chicken breast, season with salt, pepper, and oregano, and cook for 6–8 minutes until golden and fully cooked.
- 3.Stir in cooked brown rice and lemon juice, mixing well to combine flavors. Cook for another 2 minutes.
- 4.Warm tortillas in a dry skillet for 30 seconds on each side.
- 5.Spoon chicken and rice mixture into each tortilla, roll tightly, and serve warm.
Nutrition Information
Why this recipe
This recipe is healthy because it combines lean protein from chicken breast with complex carbs from rice and whole-grain tortillas, providing balanced energy, fiber, and essential nutrients.
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