Chimichurri Chicken Salad Wrap (Print Version)

Herb-marinated chicken with fresh greens and zesty chimichurri sauce wrapped in warm tortillas for a satisfying handheld meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ For the 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

→ For the 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 (or 1 tablespoon dried)
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

→ For the Wraps

16 - 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch)
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)

# Directions:

01 - Combine parsley, cilantro, oregano, garlic, shallot, red pepper flakes, olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon zest and juice, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Mix thoroughly and set aside.
02 - Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish. Add 3 tablespoons chimichurri sauce and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Turn to coat evenly, cover, and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes up to 2 hours.
03 - Heat grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F). Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
04 - Warm tortillas. Spread a spoonful of chimichurri sauce down center of each. 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 sides to secure filling. Slice in half diagonally and serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The chimichurri sauce keeps everything incredibly moist and flavorful
  • These wraps come together in under an hour but taste like something from a restaurant
  • You can prep the sauce and chicken ahead for the easiest weeknight dinners ever
02 -
  • Do not skip letting the chicken rest after cooking, or the juices will run out when you slice it
  • The chimichurri sauce tastes better after it sits for at least 30 minutes
  • These wraps are best eaten immediately, but you can store components separately for meal prep
03 -
  • Make a double batch of chimichurri and keep it in the fridge for up to a week
  • Grill the chicken outdoors for extra smoky flavor if weather permits
  • Use corn tortillas to make this gluten free without sacrificing flavor
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