Pesto Chicken and Avocado Bacon Salad Wraps
Savor the essence of summer with these Pesto Chicken and Avocado Bacon Salad Wraps. Bursting with juicy grilled chicken, creamy avocado, crispy bacon, and vibrant pesto, these wraps offer a delightful balance of flavors and textures. Perfect for lazy afternoons or outdoor picnics, they are quick to prepare and can be tailored to your taste. Enjoy a refreshing meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup pesto sauce
- 8 slices bacon, cooked until crispy
- 2 ripe avocados, sliced
- 8 large romaine lettuce leaves
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat grill or skillet to medium heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and minced garlic. Grill for about 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Allow to rest before slicing.
- Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy; drain on paper towels.
- Slice grilled chicken into thin strips. Halve avocados and slice them. Halve cherry tomatoes.
- On each romaine leaf, layer chicken strips, bacon pieces, avocado slices, and cherry tomatoes. Drizzle with pesto sauce and lemon juice.
- Roll each lettuce leaf tightly around the filling and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg