Chimichurri Chicken Salad Wrap (Printable format)

Vibrant herb-marinated chicken with crisp greens and tangy chimichurri sauce, wrapped in soft tortillas for a fresh meal.

# What You’ll Need:

→ 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 inches 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

# Directions:

01 - In a mixing bowl, combine finely chopped parsley, cilantro, oregano, minced garlic, shallot, red pepper flakes, olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon zest and juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well blended 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 with plastic wrap, and refrigerate 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 brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Allow to rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
04 - Warm tortillas over medium heat for 30 seconds per side. Spread a spoonful of chimichurri sauce down the center of each tortilla. Layer with mixed greens, cucumber slices, tomato, red onion, sliced chicken, and avocado. Drizzle additional chimichurri sauce over filling.
05 - Roll each tortilla tightly, folding in the sides to seal. Slice diagonally in half and serve immediately while warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The chimichurri sauce doubles as both marinade and finishing sauce, saving you time while building layers of flavor
  • Everything can be prepped ahead, making these wraps perfect for quick lunches or weeknight dinners
  • You get that satisfying crunch from fresh vegetables alongside tender, marinated chicken in every bite
02 -
  • Letting your chimichurri sauce sit for at least 10 minutes before using it allows the garlic to mellow and the herbs to release their oils
  • Dont skip resting the chicken after cooking, those juices need time to redistribute or youll end up with dry meat
  • Warming your tortillas makes all the difference between a wrap that holds together and one that falls apart after the first bite
03 -
  • Finely chopping your herbs by hand instead of using a food processor gives you a better texture and more vibrant green color
  • Pat your chicken dry before adding it to the marinade, this helps the sauce cling better and creates better sear marks
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