Description
These Low Carb Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps are a quick, flavorful meal perfect for a light lunch or dinner. Using rotisserie chicken and low-carb tortillas, they combine shredded chicken, melty mozzarella and cheddar cheese, garlic, and cream cheese for a creamy, garlicky filling wrapped in a crispy tortilla. A touch of fresh parsley and optional baby spinach adds a fresh, nutritious boost. Cooked on a skillet to golden perfection, these wraps are both satisfying and diet-friendly.
Ingredients
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Chicken Filling
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded (rotisserie chicken recommended)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (preferably shredded from a block)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (add extra for more garlic flavor)
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened (left out 30 minutes before use)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Handful of baby spinach (optional)
Additional Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 large low-carb tortillas or wraps (Mission Carb Balance preferred)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Tortillas: Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium heat and add olive oil. Meanwhile, warm tortillas for 10-15 seconds in the microwave covered with a damp paper towel to prevent cracking during rolling.
- Mix Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, mozzarella, cheddar cheese, softened cream cheese, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Add baby spinach if using. Mix thoroughly until cream cheese coats all ingredients evenly. Use a fork to break up any cream cheese lumps for a creamy texture.
- Assemble Wraps: Divide the chicken mixture evenly among the four tortillas, placing about 1/2 cup in the center of each to avoid overfilling. Roll each tortilla tightly, tucking the sides in as you go, similar to a burrito.
- Cook Wraps: Place wraps seam-side down in the preheated skillet. Cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown with crispy edges and cheese starts to ooze. Adjust heat to medium-low if the wraps brown too quickly before the cheese melts. Remove from skillet, slice diagonally, and serve immediately while warm and melty.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for quick, flavorful preparation.
- Shred cheese from blocks yourself for better melting and to avoid added starches.
- Softening cream cheese beforehand is key for easy mixing and creamy filling.
- Warm tortillas briefly in the microwave with a damp paper towel to prevent cracking during rolling.
- Cooking on a skillet gives the wraps a crispy, golden crust and melty cheese inside.
- Optional baby spinach adds nutrition without altering flavor significantly.
- Pair with a simple arugula salad dressed with olive oil and lemon juice for a balanced, low-carb meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: low carb chicken wrap, cheesy garlic chicken wrap, low carb lunch, quick chicken wraps, skillet wraps, low carb meal
