Weight loss Diets for Everyday People

Cajun Chicken Wrap Recipe

If you like the taste of Cajun spices you are going to love this healthy Cajun Chicken wrap. We've assumed that you are most likely to enjoy this dish for lunch but it would also make a wonderful low fat dinner.

Chicken breast is a dieter's best friend because it is low in fat, high in protein and keeps you feeling fuller longer. Wraps are a healthy and low calorie alternative to white bread.

This recipe is low in Saturated Fats and a good source of Protein.

Energy per 100g:

697kJ - 167Cal

Fat per 100g:

5.4g

Healthy Lunch Recipe : Cajun Chicken Wrap

Recipe Serves:

This Recipe Serves 4.

Recipe Ingredients:

  • 4 small chicken breasts, sliced into strips
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun spice
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1/2 cup tzatikki dip
  • 1 medium zuccini, grated
  • 1 large carrot, grated

Recipe Method:

  1. Place chicken strips, Cajun spice and oil in a bowl, cover and set aside for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat a large non-stick fry pan over a medium-high heat.
  3. Place the chicken strips in the pan and cook, stirring occasionally for 5 minutes or until brown and cooked through. Transfer to a bowl and keep warm.
  4. Top each tortilla with Tzatziki dip, carrot, zuccini and grated carrot.
  5. Serve immediately with a green salad of your choice.

Recipe Nutrition Panel:

 Servings: 4
 Serving size: 300g
 

 Nutrient

Qty per Serve

Qty per 100g

 Energy (kJ)

1569

697

 Energy (Cal)

375

167

 Protein (g)

33.9

15.1

 Fat, Total (g)

12.2

5.4

 Fat, Saturated (g)

3.2

1.4

 Carbohydrate (g)

30.3

13.4

 Sugars (g)

4.2

1.9

 Sodium (mg)

334.1

148.5


Additional Comments:

Wraps are becoming a popular alternative to sandwiches for lunch and tortillas and pita breads are a healthy alternative to highly refined white bread.

Feedback:

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