Easy Better Than Takeout Chicken Avocado Wrap

Craving a fresh, easy chicken avocado wrap? This better-than-takeout recipe is ready in 20 minutes. After making this many times, I discovered the trick to crispy chicken every time. The combination of crispy chicken, creamy avocado, and tangy dressing will make your taste buds dance. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Spinach and Feta Egg Muffins for Breakfast and Easy Zuppa Toscana Casserole Recipe for Comfort Dinner.

What You'll Need for Easy Better Than Takeout Chicken Avocado Wrap

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 ripe avocados
• 4 large tortilla wraps
• 1 head romaine lettuce
• 1 tomato
• 1 cucumber
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• Optional: Shredded cheese
• Optional: Sliced red onion
• Optional: Fresh cilantro
• Optional: Sour cream

How to Make Easy Better Than Takeout Chicken Avocado Wrap

1. Prepare chicken: Combine paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Coat chicken slices evenly with the mixture.
2. Cook chicken: Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken slices and cook until crispy and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.
3. Prepare avocado: Halve and pit avocados. Scoop out flesh and slice thinly. Toss with lime juice to prevent browning.
4. Make dressing: Combine mayonnaise, honey, Dijon mustard, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well.
5. Assemble wraps: Spread dressing on tortilla wraps. Layer with crispy chicken, avocado slices, lettuce, tomato, and cucumber. Top with optional toppings as desired. Roll up and serve.

Storing & Reheating Easy Better Than Takeout Chicken Avocado Wrap

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Chicken and avocado can be prepared up to a day ahead.

Freezing Easy Better Than Takeout Chicken Avocado Wrap

Not recommended for freezing.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in a 350°F (180°C) oven for 10-15 minutes or until warmed through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 30-60 seconds or until warmed through.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a lighter wrap, use whole wheat tortillas or lettuce wraps.
• Best substitution: Substitute chicken with sliced turkey or cooked shrimp for a different twist.
• Make-ahead: Prepare chicken and avocado separately and store in the fridge until ready to assemble.
• Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for a crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your chicken is sticking to the pan, try using a bit more oil or cooking spray.

Easy Better Than Takeout Chicken Avocado Wrap

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

10 mins

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Total

25 mins

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Serves

4 wraps

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Diet

Gluten-free

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 ripe avocados
• 4 large tortilla wraps
• 1 head romaine lettuce
• 1 tomato
• 1 cucumber

Seasonings

• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

Optional Toppings

• Shredded cheese
• Sliced red onion
• Fresh cilantro
• Sour cream

Instructions

1. Prepare chicken: Combine paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Coat chicken slices evenly with the mixture.
2. Cook chicken: Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken slices and cook until crispy and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.
3. Prepare avocado: Halve and pit avocados. Scoop out flesh and slice thinly. Toss with lime juice to prevent browning.
4. Make dressing: Combine mayonnaise, honey, Dijon mustard, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well.
5. Assemble wraps: Spread dressing on tortilla wraps. Layer with crispy chicken, avocado slices, lettuce, tomato, and cucumber. Top with optional toppings as desired. Roll up and serve.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a lighter wrap, use whole wheat tortillas or lettuce wraps.
• Best substitution: Substitute chicken with sliced turkey or cooked shrimp for a different twist.
• Make-ahead: Prepare chicken and avocado separately and store in the fridge until ready to assemble.
• Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for a crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your chicken is sticking to the pan, try using a bit more oil or cooking spray.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Not recommended for freezing.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F (180°C) oven for 10-15 minutes or until warmed through.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 30-60 seconds or until warmed through.
• Make ahead: Chicken and avocado can be prepared up to a day ahead.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 520
• Protein: 32g
• Fat: 32g
• Carbs: 35g
• Fiber: 10g
• Sugar: 6g
• Sodium: 1200mg
• Cholesterol: 85mg
• Sat. Fat: 6g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Easy Better Than Takeout Chicken Avocado Wrap and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!