Description
Sautéed garlic butter chicken wrapped in crispy tortillas with melty mozzarella and cheddar—perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
Part Ingredients
Garlic Chicken 1 lb (450 g) boneless skinless chicken breast or thigh, thinly sliced • 1 Tbsp olive oil • ½ tsp kosher salt • ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper • ½ tsp garlic powder • ¼ tsp smoked paprika • 1 Tbsp unsalted butter • 2 garlic cloves, minced
Wrap Assembly (4 wraps) 4 flour tortillas (8–10 in / 20–25 cm) • 1 cup (110 g) shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack • 1 cup (110 g) shredded sharp cheddar • 2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional garnish)
Instructions
Season Chicken – In a bowl toss sliced chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
Sauté – Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Cook chicken 4–5 min until cooked through; transfer to a bowl.
Garlic Butter – Melt butter in the same skillet. Add minced garlic; sauté 30 sec until fragrant. Return chicken; toss to coat. Remove from heat.
Build Wraps – Wipe skillet. Over medium heat place one tortilla. Sprinkle half with a mix of mozzarella and cheddar, spoon on garlicky chicken, scatter parsley, then fold tortilla over filling.
Toast – Cook 2–3 min per side, pressing gently, until cheese melts and tortilla is crisp and golden. Repeat with remaining tortillas. Serve hot.
Notes
Protein swap: Use cooked shrimp or shredded rotisserie turkey.
Veggie add-ins: Sautéed peppers and onions, spinach, or roasted zucchini.
Heat boost: Red-pepper flakes or diced pickled jalapeños.
Smoky twist: Replace smoked paprika with chipotle powder.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Category: Lunch / Dinner / Handheld
- Method: Stovetop Sauté & Toast
- Cuisine: American-Inspired
