Chimichurri Chicken Salad Wrap (Printable Version)

Herbaceous wrap with chimichurri-marinated chicken, fresh greens, crisp vegetables, and zesty sauce in a soft tortilla.

# Ingredient List:

→ Chimichurri Chicken

01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.1 lbs)
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Chimichurri Sauce

05 - 1 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
06 - 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
07 - 3 tablespoons fresh oregano, finely chopped
08 - 4 garlic cloves, minced
09 - 1 small shallot, finely minced
10 - 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
11 - 1/3 cup olive oil
12 - 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
13 - Zest and juice of 1 lemon
14 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
15 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Wraps Assembly

16 - 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch diameter)
17 - 2 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, baby spinach, or romaine)
18 - 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
19 - 1 medium tomato, sliced
20 - 1/2 small red onion, very thinly sliced
21 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced (optional)

# How to Make:

01 - In a mixing bowl, combine parsley, cilantro, oregano, garlic, shallot, red pepper flakes, olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon zest and juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly and set aside.
02 - Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish. Add 3 tablespoons of chimichurri sauce and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Turn to coat evenly, cover, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes or up to 2 hours.
03 - Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and cook for 6 to 7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F. Rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
04 - Warm tortillas until pliable. Spread a spoonful of chimichurri sauce down the center of each tortilla. Layer with salad greens, cucumber, tomato, red onion, sliced chicken, and avocado if desired. Drizzle with additional chimichurri sauce.
05 - Roll each tortilla tightly, folding in the sides to secure the filling. Slice in half and serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The chimichurri sauce keeps this chicken incredibly moist while infusing every bite with bright herbaceous flavor
  • Everything comes together in under an hour but tastes like something from a specialty restaurant
  • You can make extra sauce and keep it in your fridge for instant flavor upgrades all week
02 -
  • Letting the chimichurri sauce sit for at least 15 minutes before using it allows the dried herbs to rehydrate and flavors to meld
  • Don't skip resting the chicken after cooking or those juices will end up on your cutting board instead of in your wrap
  • Warm tortillas are essential for preventing cracks and tears when you roll everything up
03 -
  • Chimichurri freezes beautifully in ice cube trays for future quick marinades
  • Grilling the chicken outdoors adds smoky depth that elevates the entire wrap
  • Use a sharp knife to slice the chicken thinly for the best texture in every bite
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