These Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps are the ultimate comfort food—crispy, cheesy, garlicky, and packed with juicy chicken. Whether I’m making a quick weeknight dinner or prepping lunch ahead of time, this recipe never fails to hit the spot. They’re easy to assemble, cook up fast, and are absolutely irresistible.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
I love how these wraps come together with just a few simple ingredients. The combination of seasoned chicken, melted cheese, and garlic butter all wrapped in a golden tortilla is satisfying and full of flavor. Plus, they’re super versatile—I can change up the fillings or use leftover chicken, and they still taste amazing. These wraps also make great meal-prep options and are easy to reheat.
ingredients
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2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
4 large flour tortillas
directions
In a small pan, I melt the butter over medium heat and add the minced garlic. I cook it for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
In a bowl, I combine the cooked chicken with garlic powder, salt, pepper, and half of the garlic butter mixture. I toss everything together so the chicken is well-coated.
I lay out the tortillas and divide the chicken evenly among them, placing it in the center.
Then, I sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar cheese over the chicken on each tortilla.
I fold the sides and roll up the wraps tightly.
Using a skillet over medium heat, I brush each wrap with the remaining garlic butter and place them seam-side down in the pan.
I cook the wraps for about 2-3 minutes per side until they’re golden brown and crispy.
Finally, I remove them from the pan and sprinkle with fresh parsley if I’m using it. I let them rest a minute before slicing and serving.
Servings and timing
This recipe makes 4 wraps, which easily serves 2 to 4 people depending on appetite. It takes about 10 minutes to prepare and another 10 minutes to cook, so I can have these ready in just 20 minutes.
Variations
Sometimes I like to swap the mozzarella and cheddar for pepper jack if I want a little heat. For extra veggies, I add sliced bell peppers or spinach into the wrap before rolling. I’ve also used rotisserie chicken when I’m short on time, and it works perfectly. To change up the flavor, I occasionally mix in a tablespoon of ranch dressing or barbecue sauce with the chicken.
storage/reheating
To store leftovers, I wrap the cooled wraps in foil or place them in an airtight container and refrigerate them for up to 3 days. For reheating, I prefer using a skillet over medium heat so the tortilla stays crispy—about 2-3 minutes per side. The microwave works too, but the wrap won’t be as crunchy.
FAQs
How can I make this wrap spicier?
I like to add a pinch of red pepper flakes or use spicy shredded cheese like pepper jack. A drizzle of hot sauce in the chicken mix also brings some heat.
Can I use a different kind of meat?
Yes, I’ve used shredded turkey, ground beef, or even grilled tofu in place of chicken, and it still tastes great.
What kind of tortilla works best?
I usually go with large flour tortillas because they’re soft and easy to roll, but whole wheat or low-carb tortillas work well too.
Can I freeze these wraps?
Yes, I freeze the assembled wraps (before cooking) by wrapping them tightly in foil or plastic wrap. When ready to eat, I thaw them in the fridge overnight and cook as usual.
How do I keep the wraps from falling apart?
I make sure not to overfill them, and I always fold the sides in before rolling tightly. Cooking seam-side down first helps them stay sealed.
Conclusion
Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps are one of my favorite easy meals—they’re packed with flavor, quick to make, and totally satisfying. Whether I’m serving them hot off the skillet or packing them up for later, these wraps are always a hit.
Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps are crispy, garlicky, and packed with juicy chicken and melted cheese, making them a quick and satisfying meal perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
4 large flour tortillas
Instructions
Melt the butter in a small pan over medium heat and add the minced garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
In a bowl, combine cooked chicken with garlic powder, salt, pepper, and half of the garlic butter. Toss to coat.
Lay out the tortillas and divide the chicken evenly in the center of each.
Sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar cheese over the chicken on each tortilla.
Fold the sides and roll up the wraps tightly.
Brush each wrap with remaining garlic butter and place seam-side down in a skillet over medium heat.
Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
Remove from pan, sprinkle with parsley if using, let rest for a minute, then slice and serve.
