Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps
A lighter homemade wrap recipe inspired by the style of meals often used in Weight Watchers plans — high protein, flavorful, and easy for meal prep.
Servings
4 wraps
Estimated Nutrition (per wrap)
- Calories: ~320
- Protein: ~32g
- Carbs: ~18g
- Fat: ~14g
Ingredients
Chicken Filling
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, diced small
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Cheese Mixture
- 1/2 cup reduced-fat mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons light cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
Wraps
- 4 low-carb or whole wheat tortillas
Optional Add-Ins
- chopped spinach
- diced tomatoes
- sautéed mushrooms
- red chili flakes
- green onions
Garlic Butter Finish
- 1 tablespoon light butter, melted
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon parsley
Instructions
Step 1 — Cook Chicken
Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium heat.
Add chicken.
Season with:
- paprika
- Italian seasoning
- onion powder
- salt
- pepper
Cook 6–8 minutes until chicken is fully cooked and lightly browned.
Add minced garlic during final minute.
Do not burn garlic.
Step 2 — Make Cheese Filling
Lower heat.
Add:
- cream cheese
- Greek yogurt
Stir until creamy.
Mix in mozzarella and cheddar.
Cook until melted and coated around chicken.
If mixture gets too thick:
- add 1–2 tablespoons water or chicken broth
Step 3 — Assemble Wraps
Warm tortillas slightly.
Divide filling evenly among wraps.
Optional:
- add spinach
- tomatoes
- mushrooms
Fold sides inward and roll tightly.
Step 4 — Toast Wraps
Place wraps seam-side down in dry skillet or grill pan.
Cook 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
Step 5 — Garlic Butter Finish
Mix:
- melted butter
- garlic
- parsley
Brush lightly over hot wraps.
Serving Ideas
Serve with:
- salad
- roasted vegetables
- cauliflower fries
- cucumber yogurt dip
Meal Prep Tips
- Filling keeps 4 days refrigerated
- Wraps can be frozen individually
- Reheat in skillet for best texture
Lower-Point Weight Watchers Adjustments
To reduce calories and points:
- use fat-free cheddar
- skip butter topping
- use extra chicken and less cheese
- use high-fiber low-carb tortillas
Optional Variations
Buffalo Chicken Wraps
Add:
- buffalo sauce
Spicy Jalapeño Version
Add:
- diced jalapeños
- pepper jack cheese
Mediterranean Style
Add:
- spinach
- feta
- oregano
Keto Version
Use:
- cheese wraps or lettuce wraps instead of tortillas
Air Fryer Method
After wrapping:
- spray lightly with oil
- air fry at 375°F (190°C)
- cook 5–6 minutes, flipping halfway
