Crispy Chicken Enchilada Wraps
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
8 wraps
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Crispy Chicken Enchilada Wraps
Description
The Crispy Chicken Enchilada Wraps combine cooked chicken, rice, pinto or black beans, green chiles, and a choice of red or green enchilada sauce for a filling seasoned with cumin, oregano, chili powder, and garlic powder. The mixture is folded into tortillas layered with shredded Mexican-style cheese. Cooking the wraps seam-side down on a hot griddle coated with cooking spray crisps the tortillas while melting the cheese inside. Flipping them carefully helps brown the other side without losing filling. The result is a thick, flat wrap with a crunchy texture outside and a warm, savory interior.
The fusion of melted cheese, tender chicken, and richly seasoned beans and rice creates a balanced, hearty flavor. Adjusting the enchilada sauce spiciness and filling ratios allows for customization. These wraps are suitable as a filling lunch or dinner and can be served alone or with sides to complement their robust flavors.
Choosing enchilada sauce with a thicker consistency prevents the filling from becoming watery. Using fresh lime juice and chopped cilantro brightens the filling. Ground cumin and oregano contribute to a classic Southwestern seasoning profile. Variations include using ground beef instead of chicken, or canned chicken for convenience. Heating the wraps just before serving ensures optimal crispness and flavor.
Ingredients
Filling:
- 2 to 3 to 3 cups chicken cooked, chopped
- 1 ½ to 2 to 2 cups rice cooked white or brown
- 1 (15-ounce) can pinto beans or black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (10-ounce) can enchilada sauce green or red, see note
- 1 (4-ounce) can green chiles drained
- ½ cup cilantro chopped
- 1 tablespoon lime juice fresh, more or less
- ½ teaspoon cumin ground
- ½ teaspoon oregano dried
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- black pepper pinch
Wraps:
- 8 to 10 to 10 (8-inch) tortillas
- 2 to 3 to 3 cups Mexican-style cheese shredded, or a combo of Monterey Jack and cheddar
- cooking spray
Instructions
- Combine all of the filling ingredients together in a bowl and mix to combine.
- For each wrap, sprinkle about 1/4 cup cheese over the tortilla then spread about 1/2 cup filling down the center in a wide strip.
- Fold one side of the tortilla over the filling, followed by the other side (so that the tortilla is folded into thirds). Press lightly to flatten. It should be thick and flat, not rounded like a burrito.
- Heat a large non-stick griddle or skillet over medium heat until hot. I use an electric griddle set to about 350 degrees F.
- Spray the seam side of the wraps with nonstick cooking spray (or brush with a bit of olive oil). Place the wraps, seam side down, on the griddle or pan and cook until golden brown and crisp, about 2-4 minutes.
- While they cook, spray the top with nonstick cooking spray (or brush with olive oil) and carefully flip with a wide spatula and press down lightly to flatten just a bit. It's normal for a little filling to fall out when flipping - just tuck it back into the ends of the wrap with the spatula.
- Cook for another 2-4 minutes until golden and the filling is hot and cheesy melted.
- Serve warm with sour cream, salsa, or other toppings of your choice!
Notes
- Choose an enchilada sauce with a thick consistency to keep the filling from becoming too wet.
- Adjust the spiciness by selecting mild, medium, or hot enchilada sauce and chiles to suit your taste.
- The filling ingredients and quantities can be customized; for example, ground beef can substitute the chicken, or canned chicken can be used for convenience.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8wraps
Amount Per Serving
Calories kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 wrap | |
| Calories | 385kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 42g | 14% |
| Protein | 26g | 52% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 56mg | 19% |
| Sodium | 857mg | 36% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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