Description
A delightful blend of creamy cheese and tender chicken wrapped in fresh lettuce or tortillas, perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 4 large lettuce leaves or low-carb tortillas
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Diced tomatoes, avocado, or ranch dressing for serving
Instructions
- Heat the skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and warm it before adding minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in shredded chicken, sprinkling it with salt and pepper, and cook until heated through, about 3-5 minutes.
- Lay out lettuce leaves or tortillas. Spoon the chicken mixture onto each one.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the chicken and add any desired toppings.
- Fold in edges and roll tightly to encase the filling.
- Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
For make-ahead options, prepare the chicken mixture in advance and store it in the refrigerator. Reheat before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 50mg