I bring together juicy, seasoned chicken, oozy melty cheese, and creamy garlic sauce wrapped in a toasted tortilla—ready in under 30 minutes and perfect any night of the week.
Why I’ll Love This Recipe
I adore this recipe because it’s fast—just about 25 minutes from start to finish—using simple pantry staples and flexibly customizable. Plus, cleanup is a breeze, and it’s great for meal prepping or leftover lunches.
ingredients
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- 2 large chicken breasts, diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup creamy garlic sauce
- Optional garnish: chopped fresh parsley
directions
- In a bowl, I toss the diced chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- I heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and cook the chicken in a single layer, letting it brown for about 3 minutes per side, stirring occasionally, until just cooked through.
- I warm the tortillas slightly, then spread garlic sauce down the center, leaving a ½-inch border.
- I layer on the chicken and top with both cheeses.
- Folding tightly, I pull the bottom edge up and roll while tucking in both sides.
- Back in the pan over medium–low heat, I crisp each wrap 2–3 minutes per side until golden and the cheese is melted. Let them rest 1–2 minutes before slicing.
Servings and timing
- Yield: 4 wraps
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cook time: 15 minutes
- Total time: 25 minutes
Variations
- I add sautéed bell peppers and onions inside the wrap for extra flavor.
- I swap in pepper jack for some spice or provolone for extra meltiness.
- When short on time, I use shredded rotisserie chicken instead of cooking raw chicken.
storage/reheating
I store leftovers wrapped in foil or parchment in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, I crisp them in a skillet over medium heat—2–3 minutes per side—to revive that golden crunch.
FAQs
Can I make these wraps in advance?
I can prep the chicken and sauce ahead of time, but I assemble and crisp them just before serving to keep them fresh and crunchy.
What’s the best reheating method?
I reheat them in a pan—microwaving softens the tortilla, so stovetop crisping is better.
Can I use rotisserie chicken?
Absolutely—I shred or dice leftover rotisserie chicken and warm it with the spices before assembling.
What’s a good substitute for garlic sauce?
I often use ranch dressing, chipotle mayo, or simply mix mayo with garlic powder and lemon juice.
Can I freeze these wraps?
I freeze baked wraps wrapped tightly in foil for up to 2 months. I thaw overnight in the fridge, then reheat in a skillet until warmed and crispy.
Conclusion
These Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps are a fast, flexible dinner I fall back on again and again. With minimal effort, I get juicy chicken, creamy cheese, and flavorful garlic all wrapped in a crisp tortilla—perfect for busy nights, packed lunches, or anytime I want something comforting and easy.
PrintCheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps
Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps are a quick and easy meal featuring juicy seasoned chicken, melty cheese, and creamy garlic sauce wrapped in a toasted tortilla, ready in under 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 wraps
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-fried
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts, diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup creamy garlic sauce
- Optional garnish: chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- In a bowl, toss the diced chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and cook the chicken in a single layer, letting it brown for about 3 minutes per side, stirring occasionally, until just cooked through.
- Warm the tortillas slightly, then spread garlic sauce down the center, leaving a ½-inch border.
- Layer on the chicken and top with both cheeses.
- Folding tightly, pull the bottom edge up and roll while tucking in both sides.
- Back in the pan over medium–low heat, crisp each wrap 2–3 minutes per side until golden and the cheese is melted. Let them rest 1–2 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- For extra flavor, sauté bell peppers and onions inside the wrap.
- Substitute pepper jack for a spicy kick or provolone for extra meltiness.
- If short on time, use shredded rotisserie chicken instead of cooking raw chicken.
- Leftovers can be stored wrapped in foil or parchment in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- To reheat leftovers, crisp them in a skillet over medium heat for 2–3 minutes per side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg