Chimichurri Chicken Salad Wrap (Print version)

Juicy chimichurri-marinated chicken with fresh greens and zesty herb sauce in a warm tortilla.

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Chimichurri Chicken

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→ For the Chimichurri Sauce

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# How to Make It:

01 - In a bowl, combine parsley, cilantro, oregano, garlic, shallot, red pepper flakes, olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon zest and juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and set aside.
02 - Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish. Add 3 tablespoons of the chimichurri sauce and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Turn to coat, cover, and marinate in the fridge 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 6-7 minutes per side, or until golden and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
04 - Warm the tortillas. Spread a spoonful of chimichurri sauce down the center of each. Layer with salad greens, cucumber, tomato, red onion, sliced chicken, and avocado if using. Drizzle with more chimichurri sauce.
05 - Roll up each tortilla tightly, folding in the sides. Slice in half and serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

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  • The chimichurri sauce keeps in the fridge for days, meaning you can whip this up on busy weeknights with zero effort
  • There is something deeply satisfying about wrapping up all those fresh, crisp vegetables in a warm tortilla
  • The chicken stays incredibly juicy thanks to the marinade, which means no more dry, boring protein
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  • The chimichurri tastes better after sitting for at least an hour, so make it ahead if you can
  • Do not slice the chicken immediately after cooking, or all those juices will end up on your cutting board instead of in your wrap
  • If your tortillas crack when rolling, they were not warm enough, try the dry skillet method next time
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  • Use a very sharp knife to slice the chicken thinly, it makes a huge difference in texture
  • If your fresh herbs look wilted, give them an ice bath before chopping to perk them up
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