Cheesy Chicken Tortilla Wraps are warm, melty, and packed with flavor. Tender seasoned chicken, gooey cheese, and soft tortillas come together for a quick and satisfying meal that works for lunch, dinner, or even party snacks. They’re easy to customize and perfect for using leftover chicken.
Prep Time
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 4 wraps
Equipment
- Large skillet or frying pan
- Mixing bowl
- Spatula
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1/3 cup sour cream or mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup salsa or diced tomatoes
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon butter or oil (for grilling)
Ingredient Notes
- Chicken: Rotisserie chicken works great for convenience.
- Cheese: A mix of cheddar and mozzarella gives both flavor and stretch.
- Tortillas: Large flour tortillas hold the filling best without breaking.
- Salsa: Adds moisture and a slight tangy kick.
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, and salsa.
- Lay out tortillas on a flat surface.
- Spread a thin layer of sour cream or mayonnaise on each tortilla.
- Add chicken mixture evenly over tortillas.
- Sprinkle cheddar and mozzarella cheese on top.
- Fold sides in and roll tightly into wraps.
- Heat butter or oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Place wraps seam-side down and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
- Remove from pan and let rest for 1 minute before slicing.
- Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
(Approximate per wrap)
- Calories: 420
- Protein: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fat: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
Tips
- Don’t overfill wraps or they may tear while cooking.
- Press lightly with a spatula while grilling for extra crispiness.
- Let wraps rest before cutting to keep cheese from spilling out.
- Use a panini press for an even crispier result.
Variations
- Spicy Wraps: Add jalapeños or hot sauce.
- BBQ Chicken Version: Replace salsa with BBQ sauce.
- Veggie Loaded: Add bell peppers, onions, or spinach.
- Buffalo Style: Mix chicken with buffalo sauce and ranch dressing.