Cranberry Pecan Chicken Wrap (Printable Version)

Tender chicken, cranberries, pecans, and greens combined into a festive wrap for holiday gatherings.

# Components:

→ Chicken Salad

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded
02 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
03 - 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
04 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
07 - 1/2 cup dried cranberries
08 - 1/3 cup pecans, toasted and roughly chopped
09 - 1/4 cup celery, finely diced
10 - 1/4 cup green onions, thinly sliced

→ Wrap Assembly

11 - 4 large spinach or plain flour tortillas (10-inch)
12 - 2 cups mixed salad greens (baby spinach, arugula, or romaine)
13 - Optional: 1/2 cup thinly sliced apple or pear

# Preparation steps:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
02 - Add diced chicken, dried cranberries, toasted pecans, celery, and green onions to the dressing. Fold gently until evenly combined.
03 - Taste the mixture and modify seasoning if necessary.
04 - Microwave tortillas for 10 seconds to make them flexible and easier to roll.
05 - Lay one tortilla flat, place 1/2 cup mixed greens in the center, then spoon approximately 3/4 cup chicken salad over. Add apple or pear slices if desired.
06 - Fold the sides of the tortilla inward and roll tightly from the bottom to enclose the filling.
07 - Slice each wrap diagonally in half and serve immediately or wrap tightly in parchment paper for later consumption.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Festive and flavorful combination
  • Perfect for holiday lunches or parties
02 -
  • Use toasted pecans for best flavor and crunch
  • Gluten-free wraps can be substituted easily
03 -
  • Toast pecans just before assembling to keep them crunchy
  • Use Greek yogurt to lighten the dressing without sacrificing creaminess
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