It was one of those nights. I had no plan, no energy, and a fridge full of “bits”—a little chicken, a half-used bag of shredded cheese, a jar of salsa… you know the drill. So I tossed it all into a tortilla, grilled it up, and hoped for the best.
And y’all—it was so good.
This Cheesy Chicken Wrap recipe has now become a regular at our house. It’s fast, frugal, and checks all the boxes: melty cheese, flavorful chicken, and totally customizable depending on what’s hanging around the fridge. My kids? Obsessed.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Made with leftovers or pantry staples
- Cooks up in minutes—no oven required
- Feels like comfort food, even though it’s super simple
- Kid-approved and great for meal prep
Ingredients:
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie, canned, or leftover)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup salsa, ranch dressing, or a mix of both
- 4 flour tortillas
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt + pepper
- Optional: black beans, spinach, green onions, or rice
Directions:
- In a bowl, stir together chicken, cheese, salsa (or dressing), garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spoon the filling into tortillas and roll tightly like a burrito.
- Heat a skillet over medium and cook wraps seam-side down for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and gooey inside.
- Slice in half and serve warm with extra salsa or ranch for dipping.
Real Mom Tip:
Make a double batch and freeze the extras—just wrap in foil and reheat in the skillet or oven for a super fast meal.
Budget Breakdown:
- Chicken: ~$3 (or use leftovers!)
- Tortillas: ~$1.50
- Cheese & pantry stuff: already on hand
- Total: ~$5 for 4 wraps = $1.25 per serving
Wrap It Your Way:
- Swap in BBQ sauce, buffalo sauce, or Caesar dressing
- Add jalapeños or chipotle for some kick
- Make it vegetarian with beans and extra cheese
These wraps are now a lunchbox favorite, a quick dinner saver, and even a “hey, let’s just eat wraps on the couch tonight” kind of meal. No complaints, no mess, and no mystery ingredients.
Simple, cheesy comfort—wrapped up and ready to go.
Cheesy Chicken Wraps (Budget-Friendly Version)
Serves: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5–10 minutes
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie, leftovers, or canned)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup salsa or ranch dressing (or a mix!)
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional add-ins: chopped spinach, black beans, green onions, or leftover rice
Instructions:
Serve warm with extra salsa, sour cream, or ranch for dipping.
In a bowl, mix shredded chicken, cheese, salsa or dressing, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Spoon mixture onto tortillas and roll up tightly like burritos.
Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place wraps seam-side down and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, pressing gently, until golden and melty.
