Creamy Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps

These Creamy Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps are the perfect mix of comfort and convenience warm, cheesy, garlicky, and ready in minutes. Whether you need quick cold dinner ideas, cozy cold night meals, or simple suppers with chicken, these wraps deliver big flavor with minimal effort.

They’re excellent for meal prep, perfect as an easy chicken lunch, and double as a hearty alternative to a chicken bagel recipe when you want something warm and filling. These wraps also shine in collections of cheesy garlic wraps, creamy chicken wrap recipes, and cheesy chicken wraps recipes because they combine rich flavor with lightweight, everyday ingredients.

Creamy. Cheesy. Garlicky. Completely irresistible.

Time Breakdown

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 12 minutes
• Total Time: 22 minutes
• Servings: 4 wraps

Ingredients List

For the Chicken

• 1 lb chicken breast or tenders, sliced
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• ½ tsp paprika
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper

For the Creamy Garlic Filling

• 3 tbsp cream cheese, softened
• ¼ cup ranch or garlic sauce
• 1 tbsp minced garlic
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella
• ½ cup shredded cheddar

Assembly

• 4 large tortillas (spinach, wheat, or flour)
• 1 cup shredded lettuce
• Optional add-ins: avocado, tomatoes, cucumbers, hot sauce, herbs

Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free:

• Large skillet
• Knife
• Cutting board
• Mixing bowl
• Measuring spoons
• Spatula
• Nonstick pan or grill pan

Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions

1. Season the chicken
   Combine chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
2. Cook the chicken
   Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high.
   Cook chicken 5–6 minutes until browned and cooked through.
3. Mix the creamy garlic filling
   In a bowl, combine cream cheese, ranch or garlic sauce, minced garlic, mozzarella, and cheddar.
   Stir until smooth and creamy. 😍
4. Warm the tortillas
   Heat tortillas for 10 seconds in skillet or microwave to make them flexible.
5. Assemble the wraps
   • Spread creamy garlic filling onto each tortilla
   • Add the hot chicken
   • Add lettuce + optional toppings
6. Fold and grill
   Fold wraps tightly and place back in the skillet to crisp each side for 1–2 minutes until golden and melty. 🌯🧀✨
7. Serve warm
   Slice in half and enjoy immediately.

Pro Tips Section

1. Want a cold version?
   Use chilled cooked chicken + keep wraps un-grilled → great for quick cold dinner ideas.
2. Want extra creaminess?
   Add 1 tbsp mayo or Greek yogurt to the filling.
3. Meal prep friendly:
   Store components separately for up to 3 days.
4. Healthier version:
   Use whole-wheat tortillas + light cream cheese → great for easy and healthy meals.

Nutrition Table

Disclaimer: Nutrition facts are estimated and may vary based on your ingredients and preparation. Please consult a nutritionist for precise dietary advice.

These warm, creamy garlic chicken wraps are packed with flavor, melted cheese, and tender chicken — ready in under 25 minutes for the perfect lunch or quick dinner.

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Course: Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine: American

Calories: 520

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

• 400 g chicken breast or tenders
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp onion powder
• 0.5 tsp paprika
• 100 g cream cheese
• 2 tbsp ranch or garlic sauce
• 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 large tortillas
• 1 cup lettuce, shredded

Equipment

• skillet or grill pan
• mixing bowl
• spatula or tongs
• Cutting board
• knife

Method

 

1. Season chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Cook in a skillet over medium heat until browned and cooked through.
2. In a bowl, mix cream cheese and ranch or garlic sauce until smooth. Add to cooked chicken and stir to coat evenly.
3. Lay out tortillas, add creamy chicken mixture, sprinkle with cheddar, mozzarella, and top with lettuce. Fold into wraps.
4. Grill wraps in a skillet or press for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and cheese is melted. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 39gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 840mgPotassium: 480mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 780IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 320mgIron: 2.1mg

Notes

Add chopped jalapeños for spice or swap ranch for Caesar dressing. You can also toast them in a panini press or air fryer for extra crunch.

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Conclusion

These Creamy Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps are the perfect mix of comfort and convenience — warm, cheesy, packed with flavor, and incredibly easy to make. Whether you need something quick for lunch, cozy for dinner, or ideal for meal prep, this wrap is guaranteed to become a weekly go-to.

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