Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps Recipe

Introduction

Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps are a delicious and easy meal that combines tender chicken with a creamy, flavorful cheese mixture wrapped in warm tortillas. Perfect for a quick lunch or a satisfying dinner, these wraps bring together garlic, herbs, and gooey cheese in every bite.

A close-up image shows a burrito cut in half, stacked one on top of the other, on a white marbled surface. The burrito's outer layer is a grilled, light brown tortilla with char marks. Inside, the filling has two main layers: the top layer is melted, gooey yellow and white cheese stretching slightly between the halves, and the bottom layer has tender, seasoned, golden-brown pieces of chicken with visible black pepper flakes and a juicy texture. The composition highlights the soft, warm filling and the crispy tortilla edges. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)
  • 2 tbsp butter (melted)
  • 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
  • ¼ cup cream cheese (softened)
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 4 large tortillas
  • Fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
  2. Step 2: Add the cooked chicken to the skillet. Sprinkle garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper over the chicken. Stir well and cook until the chicken is heated through and evenly coated with the seasonings.
  3. Step 3: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and half of the shredded cheese. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  4. Step 4: Mix the seasoned chicken into the cheese mixture until the chicken is thoroughly coated.
  5. Step 5: Lay out the tortillas and divide the chicken and cheese mixture evenly among them. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese on top, then fold and roll each tortilla tightly into a wrap.
  6. Step 6: Heat a clean skillet over medium heat. Place the wraps seam side down and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until the tortillas are golden brown and the cheese inside is melted.
  7. Step 7: Remove the wraps from the skillet and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm for best flavor.

Tips & Variations

  • Use rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut and added flavor.
  • Try adding a handful of spinach or sliced bell peppers inside the wraps for extra veggies.
  • Swap mozzarella for pepper jack cheese to add a spicy kick.
  • If you like a crispy wrap, press gently with a spatula while cooking to achieve a golden, crunchy exterior.

Storage

Store leftover wraps in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet or microwave until warmed through, ensuring the cheese becomes melty again. For best texture, reheating in a skillet is recommended to keep the tortilla crisp.

How to Serve

A close-up of a toasted wrap cut in half and stacked, showing three main layers inside: a browned, soft flatbread on the outside, a middle layer of lightly seasoned, grilled chicken pieces in white and light golden tones, and a creamy layer of melted yellow cheddar cheese mixed with white sauce filling the gaps. The wrap is placed on a white marbled surface, highlighting the crisp, golden brown grill marks and the gooey, melty texture of the cheese and sauce inside. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use raw chicken instead of cooked chicken?

This recipe works best with cooked chicken since the skillet step is just to heat and season the chicken. If using raw chicken, cook it fully before combining with the cheese mixture.

Can I freeze these wraps?

Yes, you can freeze the assembled wraps before cooking. Wrap them tightly in foil or plastic wrap and freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before cooking as directed.

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Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps Recipe


  • Author: Charlotte
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 wraps 1x

Description

These Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps combine tender cooked chicken with a flavorful garlic butter sauce and a creamy cheese mixture, all wrapped in warm tortillas and toasted to perfection. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, delivering comforting cheesy goodness with a garlicky punch in every bite.


Ingredients

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Chicken Mixture

  • 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp butter (melted)

Cheese Mixture

  • 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese, divided
  • ¼ cup cream cheese (softened)
  • ¼ cup sour cream

Wraps

  • 4 large tortillas
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Sauté garlic: In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter then add the minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant but not browned, releasing its aroma and flavor into the butter.
  2. Add chicken and seasonings: Add the cooked chicken to the skillet. Sprinkle with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir well and cook until the chicken is heated through and fully coated with the flavorful seasonings.
  3. Prepare cheese mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and half of the shredded cheese. Mix thoroughly until smooth and creamy to create a luscious cheese sauce.
  4. Combine chicken and cheese mixtures: Add the seasoned chicken into the cheese mixture, folding it together until the chicken is evenly coated with the creamy cheesy blend.
  5. Assemble wraps: Lay out the tortillas on a clean surface. Evenly distribute the cheesy chicken mixture onto each tortilla. Top each with the remaining shredded cheese, then fold and roll the tortillas tightly into wraps.
  6. Cook wraps: Heat a clean skillet over medium heat. Place each wrap seam side down and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until the tortillas are golden brown and crispy and the cheese inside has melted.
  7. Serve: Remove the wraps from the skillet. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Use cooked chicken leftovers or rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • Feel free to substitute cheese types according to preference—Monterey Jack or pepper jack add great flavor.
  • To make it spicier, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or chopped jalapeños to the chicken mixture.
  • Warming the tortillas slightly before assembling can prevent cracking when rolling.
  • These wraps can be wrapped in foil and refrigerated for up to 2 days, and reheated in a skillet or oven.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: cheesy chicken wraps, garlic chicken wraps, quick chicken wraps, easy wraps recipe, cheesy garlic chicken

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