Fuel Your Day: Crispy Bacon Chicken & Avocado Protein Wraps
Are you looking for a delicious, easy-to-make meal that helps you achieve your protein goals without compromising on flavor? Look no further! This incredible recipe for crispy bacon chicken and avocado wraps is not only packed with protein but also simple to customize to fit your dietary needs. Each wrap comes in at just over 500 calories, making it a perfect option for a satisfying and healthy meal.
The Heart of the Flavor: Herby Mayo
The secret to these wraps' amazing taste starts with a versatile herby mayo. This creamy concoction serves a dual purpose: a flavorful marinade for your chicken and a zesty sauce for the finished wraps.
Crafting Your Herby Mayo
- Ingredients: You'll need 15g of fresh dill and 10g of flat-leaf parsley.
- Preparation: Give the herbs a rough chop. For a stronger, more infused flavor, you can blend the herbs with 200g of your preferred mayonnaise (low-fat or regular).
- Seasoning: Mix in a touch of salt and cracked black pepper (or ground white pepper) until all the herbs are thoroughly incorporated.
The Star of the Show: Perfectly Cooked Chicken
Next up is the flavorful chicken, which gets a head start with a marinade of your homemade herby mayo.
Marinating and Spicing the Chicken
- Chicken Prep: Use 600g (1.3 lbs) of boneless, skinless chicken thigh. Add it to a mixing bowl.
- Marinade: Incorporate one-third of your herby mayo into the chicken, ensuring every piece is coated.
- Seasoning Boost: Don't forget the spices! Add 1 ½ teaspoons of onion powder, 1 ½ teaspoons of garlic powder, 1 ½ teaspoons of smoked paprika, and a small pinch of chili powder or chili flakes. Mix everything together thoroughly.
Baking for Perfection
- Preparation: Line two baking trays with parchment paper. Spread the marinated chicken on one tray, ensuring it's not overcrowded.
- Cooking Instructions: Bake the chicken in a 200°C oven for approximately 16-18 minutes, or until it's golden brown and cooked through.
Crispy Bacon & Creamy Avocado
These two components add incredible texture and richness to your wraps.
Bacon Bliss
- Preparation: On the second lined baking tray, lay out 200g of streaky bacon (or your bacon of choice).
- Cooking: Place the bacon in the oven about 5 minutes after the chicken. Cook for approximately 13 minutes at 200°C, or until it reaches your desired level of crispiness. Once cooked, roughly chop it up.
Avocado Perfection
- Preparation: Scoop the flesh of one avocado into a bowl.
- Seasoning & Mashing: Add a touch of salt and pepper, then mash until smooth. You can leave it chunky, or even slice or dice the avocado if you prefer a different texture.
Assembling Your Delicious Wraps
Now for the exciting part – bringing it all together into a mouth-watering wrap!
Layer by Layer
Using your favorite wraps, follow these steps for assembly:
- Spread a layer of the herby mayo.
- Lightly spread the mashed avocado.
- Sprinkle with grated mozzarella cheese (low-fat or regular).
- Add the diced chicken.
- Top with the crispy chopped bacon.
- Drizzle a little more herby mayo for extra flavor.
The Perfect Fold
To ensure everything stays neatly tucked inside, fold in the sides of the wrap, then go straight over, tucking it all in tightly as you roll.
Storage & Enjoyment
These wraps are perfect for meal prepping!
- Storage: Wrap them tightly in foil, food-safe paper, or Ziploc bags. They will last for 4 days in the fridge or up to 3 months in the freezer (thaw overnight before enjoying).
- Serving Suggestion: Enjoy them fresh, or toast them in a pan for an extra layer of crispiness!
With their incredible combination of crispy bacon, juicy chicken, creamy avocado, and vibrant herby mayo, these wraps are a fantastic way to hit your protein goals with a burst of flavor. Enjoy every bite!
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