Description
These Easy Garlic Chicken Wraps feature tender, garlicky chicken tossed with crisp veggies and a creamy garlic sauce, all rolled up in soft tortillas. Perfect for a quick lunch, picnic, or light dinner—ready in under 30 minutes!
Ingredients
For the Garlic Chicken
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1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
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2 tbsp olive oil
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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1 tsp dried oregano (or Italian seasoning)
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½ tsp paprika
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Salt & pepper, to taste
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce
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¼ cup mayonnaise
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2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt (or sour cream)
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2 garlic cloves, finely minced
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1 tsp lemon juice
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Salt & pepper, to taste
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1 tsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
For Assembly
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4 large flour or whole-wheat tortillas (8–10 inch)
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2 cups shredded lettuce (romaine or iceberg)
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1 medium tomato, thinly sliced
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½ cucumber, thinly sliced
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¼ red onion, thinly sliced
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½ cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
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Fresh parsley or cilantro, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1️⃣ Marinate the chicken:
In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken strips, tossing to coat. Let sit at room temperature 10 minutes (or refrigerate up to 1 hour).
2️⃣ Cook the chicken:
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken in a single layer (cook in batches if needed). Sauté 4–5 minutes, stirring once, until chicken is golden and cooked through. Remove from heat.
3️⃣ Prepare the garlic sauce:
In a small bowl, stir together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, and parsley (if using). Season with salt and pepper to taste. Chill until ready to use.
4️⃣ Warm the tortillas:
Wrap tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave for 20 seconds, or heat briefly in a dry skillet for 10 seconds per side, until pliable.
5️⃣ Assemble the wraps:
Lay a tortilla flat. Spread about 1–2 tbsp garlic sauce down the center. Layer with shredded lettuce, tomato slices, cucumber, red onion, shredded cheese, and a handful of cooked garlic chicken.
6️⃣ Roll and serve:
Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then roll tightly from the bottom up. Slice in half on the diagonal and serve immediately with extra garlic sauce on the side.
Notes
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Make-Ahead: Marinate chicken up to 1 hour ahead and refrigerate; slice veggies in advance.
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Grilling Option: Grill chicken strips over medium heat for 3–4 minutes per side for smoky flavor.
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Spice It Up: Add a pinch of cayenne or swap paprika for smoked paprika to boost heat and depth.
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Low-Carb Variation: Use large lettuce leaves or low-carb tortillas in place of flour wraps.
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Vegan Swap: Substitute chicken with marinated tofu strips and use vegan mayo/yogurt for the sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 10 min