Description
Garlic chicken wraps elevate simple ingredients into a mouthwatering meal that dances with flavor. Home cooks can easily craft these savory wraps, blending tender chicken, melted cheese, and aromatic garlic for a quick and satisfying dinner that delights everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 chicken breasts, thinly sliced
Dairy and Cheese:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup mayonnaise or garlic aioli (optional)
Seasonings and Vegetables:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup fresh spinach leaves
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
Wrap:
- 4 large tortillas
Instructions
- Infuse olive oil with minced garlic in a skillet over medium heat, releasing aromatic flavors for 30 seconds.
- Introduce sliced chicken to the fragrant oil, seasoning with garlic powder, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Sauté until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and tender, approximately 6-8 minutes.
- Remove chicken from heat and let it rest momentarily while preparing tortillas.
- Spread tortillas flat on a clean surface, creating a canvas for layering delectable ingredients.
- Distribute shredded cheese generously across each tortilla, ensuring complete coverage.
- Carefully arrange the cooked chicken atop the cheese, creating a savory foundation.
- Incorporate optional toppings like fresh spinach or creamy avocado slices for added texture and flavor.
- Skillfully fold the tortilla sides inward, then roll tightly to encapsulate the filling securely.
- Return the skillet to medium heat, adding a touch of olive oil or butter to create a crispy exterior.
- Position wraps seam-side down, allowing each side to transform into a golden, crisp shell for 2-3 minutes.
- Enhance the flavor profile by brushing melted butter on top and sprinkling with an extra dash of garlic powder.
- Slice wraps diagonally to reveal the melted cheese and juicy chicken interior.
- Serve immediately with a complementary dipping sauce like zesty marinara or creamy ranch for a complete culinary experience.
Notes
- Toast tortillas briefly before filling to enhance their flavor and prevent sogginess.
- Slice chicken against the grain for maximum tenderness and easier chewing.
- Use pre-shredded cheese or shred your own for fresher, more melty results.
- Swap chicken with tofu or plant-based protein for vegetarian-friendly version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg