Description
Looking for a delicious meal that’s ready in minutes? This Quick Cheesy Chicken Wrap Recipe combines tender chicken, melty cheese, and a perfect blend of garlic and spices wrapped in a warm tortilla. Perfect for busy weeknights, lunch boxes, or when you’re craving something satisfying without the fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken Filling:
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Wraps:
- 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch size)
- 1½ cups shredded cheese (Mexican blend, cheddar, or mozzarella)
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- ¼ cup diced red onion
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons sour cream or Greek yogurt (plus more for serving)
Optional Add-ins:
- Sliced avocado or guacamole
- Pickled jalapeños
- Salsa or hot sauce
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Garlic Chicken Filling
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant (be careful not to burn).
- Add the cooked chicken, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, cayenne (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Stir and cook for 3-4 minutes until the chicken is heated through and coated with the seasonings.
- Remove from heat and set aside.
Step 2: Warm the Tortillas
- Place tortillas on a microwave-safe plate and cover with a damp paper towel.
- Heat for 20-30 seconds until warm and pliable.
- Alternatively, warm each tortilla in a dry skillet for 15-20 seconds per side.
Step 3: Assemble Your Quick Cheesy Chicken Wraps
- Lay a warm tortilla on a flat surface.
- Spread ½ tablespoon of sour cream or Greek yogurt in the center.
- Place ¼ of the garlic chicken mixture in the center of each tortilla.
- Top with about ⅓ cup of shredded cheese.
- Add spinach leaves, diced tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.
- Add any optional ingredients like avocado or jalapeños if desired.
Step 4: Fold and Cook the Wraps
- Fold in the sides of the tortilla toward the center.
- Fold the bottom edge up and over the filling.
- Roll tightly from bottom to top, tucking in the sides as you go.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat (no oil needed).
- Place the wraps seam-side down and cook for 2-3 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Flip and cook for another 2 minutes until the cheese is melted and the outside is crispy.
Notes
Pro Tips for Best Results:
- Use rotisserie chicken for an even quicker meal prep – it’s tender, flavorful, and saves time!
- Don’t overstuff your wraps or they may tear when folding – about ½ cup of filling per wrap is ideal.
- Create a “cheese barrier” by sprinkling some cheese first before adding wet ingredients like tomatoes to prevent soggy tortillas.
- For meal prep, assemble wraps but don’t cook them – wrap individually in foil and refrigerate, then heat when ready to eat.
- Toasting the wrap after assembly creates a crispy exterior and ensures the cheese melts perfectly.
Storage Tips:
- Refrigeration: Wrapped tightly in aluminum foil, cooked wraps will last 3-4 days in the refrigerator.
- Freezing: You can freeze assembled but uncooked wraps for up to 1 month. Wrap individually in plastic wrap, then aluminum foil.
- Reheating: For the best texture, reheat refrigerated wraps in a skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes per side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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