Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps are the perfect weeknight meal—juicy chicken, melted cheese, and a savory garlic sauce all wrapped in a soft tortilla. Quick to prepare and loaded with flavor, these wraps are great for lunch, dinner, or even a satisfying snack. Easy to customize, they’re a hit with both kids and adults.
⭐ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Juicy chicken with creamy garlic sauce and melted cheese
- Quick to prepare and cook
- Perfect for lunch, dinner, or on-the-go meals
- Family-friendly and customizable
- Can be served warm or cold
📝 Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced or sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
For the Garlic Cheese Sauce
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt & pepper to taste
For the Wraps
- 4–6 large flour tortillas
- Optional: lettuce, tomato slices, or sautéed onions and peppers for extra flavor
🍳 Instructions
1. Cook the Chicken
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and season with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cook until chicken is fully cooked and lightly browned, about 5–7 minutes. Set aside.
2. Make the Garlic Cheese Sauce
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Gradually add mozzarella and parmesan, stirring until smooth and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Assemble the Wraps
- Lay out a tortilla.
- Add cooked chicken and optional vegetables.
- Spoon garlic cheese sauce over the chicken.
- Fold sides and roll tightly to form a wrap.
4. Serve
Serve warm immediately. Optional: Grill the wrap on a skillet for 1–2 minutes per side for a crispy exterior.
💡 Tips for Success
- Don’t overcook the chicken—it will remain juicy in the wrap.
- Use fresh garlic for the best flavor.
- Warm the tortillas slightly before assembling to make them easier to fold.
- Customize your wrap with veggies, bacon, or hot sauce for extra flavor.
- Make ahead: Prepare chicken and sauce in advance; assemble wraps when ready to eat.
🔄 Variations
- Spicy Garlic Chicken Wraps: Add crushed red pepper or hot sauce to the garlic sauce.
- Buffalo Style: Toss chicken in buffalo sauce before adding to wrap.
- Low-Carb Option: Use lettuce leaves instead of tortillas.
- Extra Cheesy: Mix in cheddar or pepper jack with mozzarella for more flavor.
🍽️ What to Serve With
- French fries or sweet potato fries
- Fresh salad
- Coleslaw
- Pickles or chips
🧊 Storage
- Refrigerator: Store cooked chicken and sauce separately for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Wraps are best made fresh, but you can freeze cooked chicken and sauce for up to 1 month.
- Reheating: Warm on the stovetop or microwave before assembling.
❤️ Final Thoughts
Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps are a quick, flavorful, and satisfying meal for any day of the week. With juicy chicken, melty cheese, and a rich garlic sauce, they’re perfect for families, lunchboxes, or casual dinners. Easy to make and endlessly customizable, these wraps will quickly become a household favorite.
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Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps – Quick, Flavorful, and Family-Friendly
Ingredients
• 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie or grilled)
• 4 large flour or low-carb tortillas (10″)
• 3 tbsp butter, melted
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp dried parsley
• ½ tsp onion powder
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella or provolone
• ½ cup cream cheese, softened (optional—adds richness & helps bind!)
• ½ cup shredded lettuce or baby spinach
• Optional: roasted red peppers, sun-dried tomatoes, or sliced avocado
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, parsley, and onion powder. Brush generously over one side of each tortilla.
- Lay tortillas butter-side down on a clean surface. Spread 2 tbsp cream cheese (if using) down center. Top with chicken, cheese, lettuce, and extras.
- Fold in sides, then roll tightly from bottom to top.
- Heat a skillet over medium. Place wraps seam-side down; cook 2–3 mins per side until golden and crisp.
→ Pro tip: Press gently with a spatula for better contact and melty cheese! - Slice in half diagonally and serve warm.
PREP TIME & NUTRITION :
Prep Time: 10 mins, Cook Time: 5 mins, Total Time: 15 mins, Servings: 4
Calories: 410, Net Carbs: 28g, Fats: 22g, Protein: 28g
✅ Keto version: Use low-carb tortillas + full-fat cheeses — net carbs drop to ~5g/wrap.