Name: Healthy Chicken Crunch Wrap Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 2 cups Cooked chicken – shredded or chopped, breast or thighs; 2 tablespoon Olive oil – for reheating chicken; 2 tablespoon Taco seasoning – store-bought or homemade; 4 large Flour tortillas – warmed for folding; 4 small Corn tortillas – for crunch layer; 1 cup Shredded lettuce – cold & crunchy; 1 cup Shredded cheese – Mexican blend or cheddar; ½ cup Sour cream – or Greek yogurt; ½ cup Salsa – or pico de gallo; 2 tablespoon Hot sauce – optional; 2 tablespoon Ranch or chipotle mayo – optional; Optional add-ins: tomatoes, beans, corn, jalapeños, guacamole

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Introduction

This Healthy Chicken Crunch Wrap is a delicious and satisfying meal that combines tender, seasoned chicken with fresh toppings wrapped in warm tortillas for the perfect handheld feast. It’s a great way to enjoy Mexican-inspired flavors with a crispy, crunchy twist.

The image shows a stack of two folded quesadillas cut in half, revealing layers inside. The outer layer is golden brown and crispy tortilla. Inside are crispy breaded chicken pieces with an orange-red coating stacked in layers. There is a mix of fresh green lettuce and bright red tomato chunks spread through the middle layer. Creamy white sauce with a slightly thick texture drips out between the layers. The quesadillas rest on a piece of brown paper on a wooden board with a white marbled texture background. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 cups cooked chicken – shredded or chopped, breast or thighs
2 tablespoons olive oil – for reheating chicken
2 tablespoons taco seasoning – store-bought or homemade
4 large flour tortillas – warmed for folding
4 small corn tortillas – for crunch layer
1 cup shredded lettuce – cold and crunchy
1 cup shredded cheese – Mexican blend or cheddar
½ cup sour cream – or Greek yogurt
½ cup salsa – or pico de gallo
2 tablespoons hot sauce – optional
2 tablespoons ranch or chipotle mayo – optional
Optional add-ins – tomatoes, beans, corn, jalapeños, guacamole

Instructions

Step 1: Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the cooked chicken and taco seasoning, stirring to coat. Warm through, then shred or chop the chicken if needed. Keep warm.
Step 2: Warm the flour tortillas in the microwave for about 30 seconds. Prepare the toppings by setting out the shredded lettuce, cheese, sour cream, salsa, and any additional sauces or optional add-ins in bowls.
Step 3: Place a small corn tortilla in the center of each warmed flour tortilla to create the crunch layer.
Step 4: Add a portion of the seasoned chicken over the corn tortilla. Then spread sour cream and salsa on top of the chicken. Sprinkle cheese and shredded lettuce, along with any other desired toppings, keeping everything centered.
Step 5: Fold the edges of the flour tortilla inward over the filling to form a sealed wrap.
Step 6: Heat a clean skillet over medium heat and place each wrap seam-side down. Cook for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy, then flip and cook the other side until crispy as well.
Step 7: Remove from the skillet, cut the wraps in half, and serve hot for a satisfying meal.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, try adding fresh jalapeños or a dollop of guacamole inside the wrap.
Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream to lighten the dish and add extra protein.
Warm the tortillas just before assembling to make them more pliable and easier to fold without tearing.
Try different cheeses like pepper jack or queso fresco for varied taste.

Storage

Store any leftover crunch wraps wrapped tightly in foil or an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat to retain crispiness, flipping occasionally until warmed through. Avoid microwaving to keep the tortillas crunchy.

How to Serve

The image shows a close-up of two halves of a folded quesadilla stacked on top of each other on a wooden surface with a piece of brown paper beneath. The quesadilla has three main layers: the outer layer is a golden brown, toasted tortilla with a slightly crispy texture. Inside, there is a layer of breaded and fried chicken pieces with an orange crust, interspersed with fresh chopped green lettuce and pieces of red tomato. White creamy sauce with herbs is seen oozing from the middle, adding a smooth texture contrast to the crunchy chicken and fresh vegetables. The background has a soft focus with a white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this recipe vegetarian?

Yes! Simply replace the chicken with seasoned beans, grilled vegetables, or a plant-based protein to create a delicious vegetarian version of the crunch wrap.

What is the best way to keep the tortillas from getting soggy?

Placing a small corn tortilla inside the flour tortilla adds a crunchy layer that helps prevent sogginess. Also, keep wet ingredients like salsa and sour cream in the center and serve the wraps soon after cooking for the best texture.