Cheese Garlic Chicken Wraps

Cheese garlic chicken wraps bring together tender shredded chicken blended with mozzarella cheddar and cream cheese, all enriched with garlic and herbs for creamy bold flavor. The mix is rolled inside soft flour tortillas, brushed with a layer of homemade garlic butter, and toasted until the exterior is golden crisp and the cheese filling melts to perfection. These wraps deliver a comforting main dish that feels surprisingly light, and the recipe is simple enough to whip up on even your busiest days.

I first made these wraps on a busy Sunday afternoon and now they are a go-to recipe. My family loves how the garlic butter crisp gives the wrap a restaurant-quality finish without much effort.

Ingredients

• Cooked shredded chicken: the protein heart of the filling use rotisserie or leftover roasted chicken for quickest prep
• Olive oil: adds moisture and helps bind the spices and cheeses evenly
• Garlic powder: gives rich robust garlic flavor in every bite
• Onion powder: enhances overall savoriness choose a fine grind for smooth mixing
• Salt and black pepper: essential seasoning freshly ground black pepper gives the best kick
• Mozzarella cheese: provides meltiness and that signature cheesy pull whole milk mozzarella makes it extra gooey
• Cheddar cheese: offers sharpness and tang aged cheddar brings more flavor depth
• Cream cheese: binds the filling and delivers smooth creamy richness
• Mayonnaise: adds extra moisture and a hint of tang to the chicken filling
• Fresh parsley: brightens the mixture and gives color try to use fresh chopped parsley for aroma
• Large flour tortillas: fresh and soft tortillas are best for rolling without cracks or tears
• Unsalted butter: the base for your garlic butter coating high quality butter boosts buttery flavor
• Minced garlic: use fresh-clove garlic for aromatic flavor in the garlic butter
• Optional fresh greens or tomatoes: baby spinach shredded lettuce or sliced tomatoes give pops of freshness

Step-by-Step Instructions

Sauté the Aromatics and Prepare Chicken Filling:

Combine cooked shredded chicken with olive oil garlic powder onion powder salt and pepper in a large mixing bowl. Add mozzarella cheddar cream cheese mayonnaise and parsley. Stir thoroughly to create a creamy homogeneous filling. Ensuring everything is well mixed will keep the filling moist and help it cling together.

Assemble the Wraps:

Lay each flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spoon the chicken cheese filling into the center of each tortilla. Add any optional greens or tomatoes at this stage for added texture and freshness. Fold in the sides then roll tightly from the bottom edge up and over the filling tucking as you go for a snug wrap.

Prepare the Garlic Butter:

In a small bowl mix melted unsalted butter with freshly minced garlic. This mixture will be brushed generously over each rolled wrap for golden color and deep garlic flavor when toasted.

Toast the Wraps:

Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Place wraps seam side down in the hot skillet and press lightly. Cook for two to three minutes per side until each wrap is golden brown crisp and the cheese inside is melted and gooey. Toast in batches if needed for even coloring.

Serve and Enjoy:

Let wraps cool slightly then slice each in half on the diagonal. Serve hot with a favorite sauce such as ranch sour cream or garlic aioli for dipping. For best experience eat while the wraps are still melty and crisp.

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My favorite ingredient has to be the garlic butter coating. It turned a simple wrap into something special with that irresistibly crispy garlicky crust. I remember making these for a casual game night and everyone kept going back for more even the picky eaters.

Storage Tips

Keep leftover wraps in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days. For best results reheat in a skillet or oven which restores the crispy exterior. If freezing wrap tightly in foil and store for up to a month. Thaw frozen wraps in the fridge before reheating to keep them from becoming soggy inside.

Ingredient Substitutions

Cooked turkey or pork can replace chicken for new flavor profiles. You can swap mozzarella and cheddar with Monterey Jack or pepper jack for a sharper or spicier kick. Use plain Greek yogurt in place of mayonnaise for a lighter texture. Choose gluten free tortillas if desired but ensure they stay flexible enough to roll without cracking.

Serving Suggestions

Pair these wraps with a bright leafy salad or crunchy veggie sticks to balance the cheesy richness. Serve with a variety of dipping sauces like ranch spicy chipotle mayo or even classic salsa. Wraps also pack well for lunch or picnics if cooled and wrapped tightly.

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Recipe FAQs

→ What is the best way to shred chicken for this dish?

Use cooked chicken breasts or thighs and shred them gently with two forks or by hand for tender, bite-sized pieces that blend well with the cheese filling.

→ Can I use other types of cheese in the filling?

Yes, cheeses like Monterey Jack or pepper jack can be swapped in to vary flavor and melting texture without losing creaminess.

→ How do I prevent the wraps from becoming soggy?

Brushing the tortillas with melted garlic butter before toasting and cooking them over medium heat until crisp helps keep them golden and avoids sogginess.

→ Are there additions that improve freshness inside the wraps?

Adding baby spinach, shredded lettuce, or sliced tomatoes provides a fresh contrast to the creamy, cheesy filling.

→ Can these wraps be prepared ahead of time?

Yes, the wraps can be assembled in advance and toasted just before serving to maintain their crisp texture and warm fillings.

→ What is the purpose of the garlic butter coating?

The garlic butter brushed on the outside before toasting creates a crispy, flavorful crust that elevates the overall dish.