Easy Chicken Cheese Wraps

Whip up these easy chicken and cheese wraps for a quick, family-friendly dinner! Made with juicy chicken (from scratch or rotisserie), melty cheese, and flavorful spices, they’re ready in under 30 minutes. You’ll love the juicy, flavorful chicken, melty cheese, and crispy tortillas! This recipe starts with raw chicken breasts but includes a time-saving rotisserie chicken option for busy nights.
Perfect for busy weeknights!

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes (or 15 minutes with rotisserie chicken)
Servings: 4

Ingredients:

• 2 medium chicken breasts (about 1 pound) or 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1 teaspoon chili powder

• 1 teaspoon paprika

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

• 4 large flour tortillas (low-carb tortillas for keto)

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese)

• 1/2 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)

• 1/2 cup salsa (mild, medium, or hot based on preference)

Instructions (Starting with Chicken Breasts):

1. Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides with garlic powder, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

2. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

3. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes. Then shred the chicken using two forks.

4. In a bowl, mix the shredded chicken with the salsa until evenly coated.

5. Lay the tortillas flat and spread 2 tablespoons of sour cream on each.

6. Divide the chicken mixture evenly among the tortillas, placing it in the center.

7. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the chicken mixture.

8. Fold in the sides of each tortilla and roll tightly to form a wrap.

9. Wipe the skillet clean and heat over medium heat. Place the wraps seam-side down in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.

10. Remove from skillet, slice in half (optional), and serve warm.

Instructions (Using Rotisserie Chicken):

1. Skip cooking the chicken breasts. Shred 2 cups of rotisserie chicken.

2. In a bowl, mix the shredded rotisserie chicken with the garlic powder, chili powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and salsa.

3. Follow steps 5-10 above to assemble and cook the wraps.

Nutritional Content (per wrap):

• Calories: 370

• Protein: 28g

• Net Carbs: 12g (with low-carb tortillas)

• Fat: 18g

Things You’ll Love About This Recipe:

• Versatile—start from scratch or use rotisserie chicken.

• Ready in 20 minutes or less with minimal cleanup.

• Family-friendly and customizable for picky eaters.

• Loaded with protein and packed with flavor.

Expert Tips for Best Results:

• If using raw chicken, rest it before shredding to keep it juicy.

• Use a meat thermometer for perfectly cooked chicken breasts.

• Warm tortillas slightly before assembling to make them easier to fold.

• For extra flavor, sprinkle a little cumin or onion powder into the chicken mixture.

Substitutions:

• Use chicken thighs for a richer flavor.

• Swap cheddar for Monterey Jack, pepper jack, or mozzarella.

• Replace sour cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.

• Use gluten-free, whole wheat, or spinach tortillas if preferred.

Serving Suggestions:

• Serve with guacamole, a fresh salad, or roasted veggies.

• Pair with tortilla chips and extra salsa or queso for dipping.

• Add hot sauce or jalapeño slices for a spicy kick.

This flexible recipe adapts to your schedule while staying delicious, whether you start with raw chicken or grab a rotisserie chicken for a quick fix!