Description
Crispy cheesy garlic chicken wraps blend Mexican-inspired flavors with comforting ingredients. Melted cheese, tender chicken, and zesty seasonings create a quick meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium chicken breasts, thinly sliced
- 1 cup (240 ml/8 oz) shredded mozzarella cheese (or cheddar)
- 4 large tortillas
- ½ cup (120 ml) fresh spinach leaves
- ½ cup (120 ml) cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup (60 ml) red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ cup (60 ml) mayonnaise or garlic aioli (optional)
Instructions
- Garlic Infusion: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium temperature, sautéing minced garlic until fragrant and releasing its intense aroma.
- Chicken Preparation: Add sliced chicken breasts to the infused oil, seasoning comprehensively with paprika, salt, and black pepper, then sear until golden-brown and completely cooked through, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Tortilla Foundation: Lay tortillas flat, spreading a thin layer of mayonnaise or garlic aioli across the surface, then strategically scatter shredded cheese along the bottom half to create a melting base.
- Filling Assembly: Arrange cooked chicken over the cheese, topping with fresh spinach leaves, halved cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onions to build a vibrant and textured filling.
- Wrapping Technique: Fold tortilla sides inward, rolling tightly to encapsulate all ingredients, then place seam-side down in the skillet to crisp the exterior and further melt the cheese.
- Final Toasting: Grill each wrap side for 1-2 minutes until achieving a crisp, golden-brown finish, ensuring internal ingredients are thoroughly heated.
- Serving: Slice wraps diagonally and plate immediately, optionally pairing with a complementary dipping sauce to enhance the overall flavor experience.
Notes
- Control Garlic Intensity: Adjust minced garlic quantity based on personal preference, using less for mild flavor or more for robust garlic lovers.
- Achieve Perfect Chicken Sear: Pat chicken dry before cooking to ensure crispy, golden-brown exterior and prevent steaming instead of browning.
- Cheese Melting Technique: Use room temperature cheese for smoother melting and even distribution throughout the wrap.
- Wrap Sealing Secret: Press wrap edges firmly and roll tightly to prevent ingredients from falling out during cooking and eating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg