Description
Cheesy Chicken Garlic Wraps are a quick and comforting dinner option combining tender, seasoned chicken with fresh garlic and melted mozzarella or cheddar cheese, all wrapped in warm flour tortillas. This flavor-packed recipe is easy to customize and perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 3–4 garlic cloves, freshly minced
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
- 4 soft flour tortillas
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Optional Fresh Herbs
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken and Garlic: Finely mince the garlic cloves. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, then add the garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it. Add the diced chicken breasts seasoned with salt and pepper, cooking for 7-10 minutes until golden and fully cooked through.
- Warm the Tortillas: While the chicken cooks, gently warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for a few seconds to make them soft and pliable.
- Assemble the Wraps: Lay out the warm tortillas and evenly distribute the cooked chicken and garlic mixture down the center of each. Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded cheese over the hot chicken to allow it to melt.
- Fold and Cook: Fold the sides of each tortilla over the filling, then roll up tightly. Place each wrap seam-side down into the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until the tortilla is golden and crispy and the cheese is fully melted.
- Serve and Enjoy: Remove the wraps from the skillet and let them cool slightly before slicing in half. Add fresh herbs or extra toppings as desired, then serve warm.
Notes
- Use Fresh Garlic: Freshly minced garlic ensures the best flavor compared to pre-minced or garlic powder.
- Don’t Overcook Chicken: Cook chicken just until done to keep it juicy and tender.
- Choose the Right Cheese: Melting cheese like mozzarella or Monterey Jack gives the best gooey texture.
- Warm Tortillas Properly: Prevent cracking and make wrapping easier by warming tortillas before assembling.
- Press Wraps While Cooking: Gently pressing with a spatula helps you achieve a crispy, golden exterior.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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