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Chicken and chorizo wraps recipe

Chicken and chorizo wraps recipe

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Try this speedy wrap recipe for children; made with lemon and garlic chicken, chorizo and lettuce. Ready in 20 minutes, it's a great option for lunch or dinner. See method

  • Serves 2
  • 5 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook
  • 499 calories / serving

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breast fillets
  • 1 garlic clove, grated
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ lemon, zested and juiced
  • 8 slices chorizo, cut into half moons
  • 4 mini wholemeal tortilla wraps
  • small handful shredded lettuce
  • ½ yellow pepper, deseeded and finely sliced
  • 2 celery sticks, chopped

Each serving contains

  • Energy

    2100kj
    499kcal     25%

  • Fat

    19g 27%

  • Saturates

    5g 26%

  • Sugars

    4g 5%

  • Salt

    1.7g 28%

of the reference intake
Carbohydrate 34.7g Protein 46.9g Fibre 3.3g

Method

  1. Preheat the grill to high. Cut the chicken into 4 long strips and place in a bowl. Add the garlic, olive oil, lemon zest and lemon juice. Mix to coat. 
  2. Place the chicken on a baking tray and grill for 10-12 mins, turning halfway through, until cooked through. 
  3. Divide the chicken between the wraps and top with the chorizo and lettuce. Serve with the pepper and celery.

See more Lunch ideas for kids

Cooking for children: There are no reference intakes for children and all of these recipes are based on recommendations for an adult woman's portion size. In children of different ages, there is variation in their energy (calorie) requirements and nutrient recommendations. If you are interested in which portion size is best for your child, you can visit the School Food Standards.

For top tips on protecting you and your family when preparing raw meat and poultry, visit Food Safety in the Home.

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