Cozy Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps are your new go-to for a quick, satisfying meal that’s bursting with flavor and incredibly easy to whip up. This recipe delivers a comforting, cheesy, and garlicky chicken filling perfectly encased in a soft tortilla, making it ideal for busy weeknights or a delightful lunch.
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Key Ingredients for Cozy Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups milk (whole or 2% recommended for creaminess)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or a cheddar-jack blend)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 8 large flour tortillas (burrito or fajita size)
- Optional toppings: chopped fresh parsley, diced tomatoes, chopped red onion, extra shredded cheese
How to Make Cozy Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps:
These Cozy Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps are designed for ultimate ease and maximum flavor. In under 30 minutes, you’ll have a creamy, garlicky chicken filling bundled in a warm tortilla, delivering pure comfort in every bite. The simplicity of the sauté and sauce creation makes this a weeknight hero, offering a delicious alternative to takeout.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels. Season them generously with salt and pepper.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken pieces and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
- Make the Garlic Flavor Base: Reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic to the same skillet (no need to wipe it out) and sauté for about 30-60 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it. Stir in the Italian seasoning.
- Create the Roux: Add the unsalted butter to the skillet. Once melted, whisk in the flour until it forms a smooth paste, cooking for about 1 minute to toast the flour slightly.
- Whisk in Milk: Gradually whisk in the milk, a little at a time, ensuring no lumps form. Continue whisking until the sauce begins to thicken, about 3-5 minutes.
- Melt the Cheese: Reduce the heat to low. Add the shredded cheddar cheese and mozzarella cheese to the sauce. Stir continuously until the cheeses are fully melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Combine Chicken and Sauce: Return the cooked chicken pieces to the skillet with the cheesy garlic sauce. Stir to coat the chicken thoroughly. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the chicken is heated through and coated in the luscious sauce.
- Warm the Tortillas: While the chicken is finishing, warm the tortillas. You can do this one of several ways: microwave them briefly on a plate, warm them in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 20-30 seconds per side, or wrap them in a damp paper towel and microwave for 20-30 seconds.
- Assemble the Wraps: Spoon a generous portion of the cheesy garlic chicken mixture into the center of each warm tortilla.
- Add Optional Toppings: If desired, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley, diced tomatoes, chopped red onion, or extra shredded cheese.
- Fold and Serve: Fold in the sides of the tortilla and then roll it up snugly from the bottom to create your wrap. Serve immediately.
Why You’ll Love This Cozy Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps:
You’ll absolutely adore these Cozy Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps for their incredibly comforting and decadent cheesy garlic chicken filling that practically hugs you from the inside out. Unlike a simple grilled chicken wrap, this recipe elevates the humble tortilla with a rich, creamy, savory sauce that’s truly addictive, reminiscent of a gourmet chicken Alfredo but in a convenient, portable form. Best of all, whipping up these flavorful wraps at home is a fraction of the cost of ordering similar dishes from a restaurant, making it a budget-friendly way to enjoy a truly special meal.
The convenience factor is off the charts, offering a delightful way to use up everyday ingredients and transform them into something extraordinary. The combination of tender chicken, gooey cheese, and aromatic garlic is a classic for a reason, and it’s presented here in a perfect handheld package. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to experience a new favorite weeknight dinner – you won’t regret it!
Storing and Reheating Tips:
- Refrigeration: Allow the cooked chicken mixture to cool completely before storing. Transfer the filling to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3-4 days. Store any leftover assembled wraps separately, as the tortilla can become soggy if stored with the filling for too long.
- Reheating the Filling:
- Stovetop: Gently reheat the chicken mixture in a skillet over low heat, stirring occasionally, until warmed through. You may need to add a tablespoon or two of milk or broth if the sauce has thickened too much.
- Microwave: Place the desired amount of filling in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover and microwave on 50% power for 1-2 minutes, stirring halfway through, until heated through.
- Reheating Assembled Wraps: If you have assembled wraps, it’s best to reheat them gently. Wrap them loosely in foil and warm them in a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C) for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through. Microwaving assembled wraps can result in a softer, less crispy tortilla.
- Freezing: While the chicken filling can be frozen, it’s best to freeze the filling separately from the tortillas for optimal results. Allow the cooked chicken mixture to cool completely. Transfer to a freezer-safe airtight container or a heavy-duty freezer bag. It will stay fresh in the freezer for up to 2-3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating using the stovetop or microwave method. Tortillas are best purchased fresh when ready to assemble.
Final Thoughts:
These Cozy Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps are a pure delight, offering maximum comfort and flavor with minimal effort. They are proof that delicious, satisfying meals don’t need to be complicated, so why not give them a try tonight and experience the cozy goodness for yourself!
Cozy Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps
Cozy Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps are your new go-to for a quick, satisfying meal that’s bursting with flavor and incredibly easy to whip up. This recipe delivers a comforting, cheesy, and garlicky chicken filling perfectly encased in a soft tortilla, making it ideal for busy weeknights or a delightful lunch.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels. Season them generously with salt and pepper.1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken pieces and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- Reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic to the same skillet (no need to wipe it out) and sauté for about 30-60 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it. Stir in the Italian seasoning.4 cloves garlic, 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- Add the unsalted butter to the skillet. Once melted, whisk in the flour until it forms a smooth paste, cooking for about 1 minute to toast the flour slightly.1/4 cup unsalted butter, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Gradually whisk in the milk, a little at a time, ensuring no lumps form. Continue whisking until the sauce begins to thicken, about 3-5 minutes.1.5 cups milk
- Reduce the heat to low. Add the shredded cheddar cheese and mozzarella cheese to the sauce. Stir continuously until the cheeses are fully melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Return the cooked chicken pieces to the skillet with the cheesy garlic sauce. Stir to coat the chicken thoroughly. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the chicken is heated through and coated in the luscious sauce.1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- While the chicken is finishing, warm the tortillas. You can do this one of several ways: microwave them briefly on a plate, warm them in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 20-30 seconds per side, or wrap them in a damp paper towel and microwave for 20-30 seconds.8 large flour tortillas
- Spoon a generous portion of the cheesy garlic chicken mixture into the center of each warm tortilla.
- If desired, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley, diced tomatoes, chopped red onion, or extra shredded cheese.chopped fresh parsley, diced tomatoes, chopped red onion, extra shredded cheese
- Fold in the sides of the tortilla and then roll it up snugly from the bottom to create your wrap. Serve immediately.
Notes
Allow the cooked chicken mixture to cool completely before storing. Transfer the filling to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3-4 days. Store any leftover assembled wraps separately, as the tortilla can become soggy if stored with the filling for too long.
Reheating the filling: Stovetop – Gently reheat the chicken mixture in a skillet over low heat, stirring occasionally, until warmed through. You may need to add a tablespoon or two of milk or broth if the sauce has thickened too much. Microwave – Place the desired amount of filling in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover and microwave on 50% power for 1-2 minutes, stirring halfway through, until heated through.
Reheating assembled wraps: Wrap them loosely in foil and warm them in a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C) for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through. Microwaving assembled wraps can result in a softer, less crispy tortilla.
Freezing: It’s best to freeze the filling separately from the tortillas for optimal results. Allow the cooked chicken mixture to cool completely. Transfer to a freezer-safe airtight container or a heavy-duty freezer bag. It will stay fresh in the freezer for up to 2-3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating using the stovetop or microwave method. Tortillas are best purchased fresh when ready to assemble.