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Garlic Chicken Wraps

Garlic Chicken Wraps: Cheesy, Quick and Perfect for Weeknight Dinners


  • Author: Kelly
  • Total Time: 25 minutes

Description

Tender garlic-marinated chicken strips wrapped in warm tortillas with melted cheese and fresh vegetables, creating a quick and satisfying meal perfect for lunch or dinner.


Ingredients

Scale

For the Garlic Chicken:

  • pounds (680g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

For the Wraps:

  • 6 large flour tortillas (10-inch size)
  • 2 cups shredded cheese blend (mozzarella and cheddar work well)
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
  • ¼ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional)

For the Garlic Spread (Optional):

  • 4 tablespoons softened butter or mayonnaise
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

Preparing the Chicken:

  1. In a medium bowl, combine 2 tablespoons olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Add the chicken strips to the marinade and toss until evenly coated. Allow to marinate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator for more flavor).
  3. Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the marinated chicken strips to the hot skillet, being careful not to overcrowd (cook in batches if necessary).
  5. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until the chicken is golden brown and completely cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
  6. Remove from heat, sprinkle with lemon juice, and cover to keep warm.

Optional Garlic Spread:

  1. In a small bowl, mix the softened butter or mayonnaise with the minced garlic, chopped parsley, and a pinch of salt until well combined.

Assembling the Wraps:

  1. If using the garlic spread, warm the tortillas slightly in a dry skillet or microwave for 10-15 seconds to make them more pliable.
  2. Spread a thin layer of the garlic butter or mayonnaise on each tortilla (if using).
  3. Distribute the cooked chicken strips evenly among the tortillas, placing them in the center of each wrap.
  4. Sprinkle each with shredded cheese, and add the sliced bell peppers, spinach leaves, and red onion.
  5. Top with a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt if desired, and sprinkle with chopped parsley or cilantro.
  6. Fold in the sides of each tortilla, then roll tightly from the bottom up to enclose the filling.
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 15

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6
  • Calories: 410