Description
Succulent garlic chicken wraps deliver mouthwatering Mediterranean comfort straight to your plate. Melted cheese and herbed chicken create an irresistible handheld meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 2 medium chicken breasts, thinly sliced
Cheese:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or cheddar)
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 and Sauce:
- 4 large tortillas
- ¼ cup mayonnaise or garlic aioli (optional)
Instructions
- Infuse olive oil with minced garlic in a skillet over medium heat, creating an aromatic base that will enhance the overall flavor profile of the dish.
- Introduce sliced chicken breasts into the fragrant oil, generously seasoning with paprika, salt, and black pepper to develop a rich, robust taste.
- Sear the chicken pieces thoroughly, ensuring each side achieves a golden-brown exterior while maintaining a tender interior, typically requiring 5-7 minutes of careful cooking.
- Prepare tortillas by laying them flat and creating a delectable foundation with a light spread of mayonnaise or garlic aioli across the surface.
- Strategically distribute shredded cheese along the bottom half of each tortilla, allowing it to melt and create a creamy anchor for the remaining ingredients.
- Layer the cooked chicken atop the cheese, then artfully arrange fresh spinach leaves, halved cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onions to build a vibrant and textured filling.
- Execute a precise wrapping technique by folding the tortilla sides inward and rolling tightly to secure all ingredients within the wrap.
- Return the wrapped tortilla to the skillet, positioning it seam-side down to create a crisp exterior and help the cheese melt completely.
- Gently toast each side of the wrap for 1-2 minutes, achieving a golden-brown finish and ensuring the internal ingredients are heated through.
- Slice the wrap diagonally and serve immediately, accompanied by a complementary dipping sauce of your choice for an extra layer of flavor.
Notes
- Customize chicken seasoning by experimenting with different spice blends like Italian herbs or Cajun mix for varied flavor profiles.
- Select thin-sliced chicken breasts or tenderloins to ensure faster, more even cooking and prevent dryness.
- Swap regular tortillas with low-carb alternatives like cauliflower wraps or lettuce leaves for a lighter, gluten-free option.
- Enhance nutritional value by adding extra vegetables like bell peppers, cucumber, or avocado slices for crunch and freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg