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Low Carb Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps

Low carb cheesy garlic chicken wraps

A 20-minute, family-friendly weeknight dinner that is packed with protein and incredibly low in carbs!

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized cubes

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tsp salt

  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning

  • 3 cloves garlic, freshly minced

  • 2 oz full-fat cream cheese

  • 2 tbsp chicken broth (or water)

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

  • 4 burrito-sized low carb tortillas

  • 1 tbsp butter (for toasting wraps)

  • 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  • Season Chicken: Toss the cubed chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning until evenly coated.

  • Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes until browned and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).

  • Make Cheesy Sauce: Reduce heat to low. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Stir in the cream cheese and chicken broth until melted and creamy.

  • Melt Cheese: Stir in the mozzarella cheese and chopped spinach (if using) until the cheese is completely melted and coats the chicken. Remove from heat.

  • Assemble: Spoon 1/4 of the chicken mixture onto the center of each low carb tortilla. Fold the sides inward and roll up tightly.

  • Toast: Wipe the skillet clean and melt the butter over medium heat. Place the wraps seam-side down in the pan. Toast for 2-3 minutes per side until golden, crispy, and sealed. Serve immediately!

Notes

  • The “Soggy-Free” Secret: If you are meal prepping these, let the chicken mixture cool for about 5 minutes before rolling. This prevents the steam from softening the low-carb tortilla too much before you hit the pan.

  • Boost the Flavor: For an extra punch, add a teaspoon of Dijon mustard to the cream cheese sauce. it cuts through the richness and highlights the garlic beautifully.

  • Tortilla Swap: If you can’t find low-carb tortillas, this cheesy garlic chicken filling is incredible served inside large butter lettuce leaves or even over a bowl of cauliflower rice!

  • Perfect Sear: Don’t crowd the pan when browning the chicken. If the pan is too full, the chicken will steam instead of sear. Cook in two batches if needed to get those crispy, golden edges.

  • Spice it Up: If your family likes a little kick, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes when you add the garlic to the pan.