Introduction

The Healthy Chicken Crunch Wrap is a delicious and satisfying meal that combines tender seasoned chicken with fresh vegetables and melty cheese, all wrapped in a crispy tortilla. It’s perfect for a quick lunch or a fun dinner that everyone will enjoy.

The image shows a close-up of two stacked toasted wraps cut in half to reveal their layers. Each wrap has a lightly browned, crispy outer shell with a slightly bubbled texture. Inside, the first layer is made of golden-brown crispy chicken pieces with a crunchy coating. Below the chicken is a fresh mix of shredded green lettuce and small tomato chunks, adding vibrant green and red colors. A creamy white sauce is drizzled over the vegetables, slightly oozing out. The wraps are placed on a piece of parchment paper over a white marbled surface, with a blurred white bowl in the 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 olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the cooked chicken and taco seasoning, stirring to coat. Warm through for a few minutes, then shred or chop the chicken further if needed. Keep warm.
Step 2: Warm the flour tortillas in the microwave for about 30 seconds to make them more pliable. Arrange the shredded lettuce, cheese, sour cream, salsa, hot sauce, ranch or chipotle mayo, and any optional toppings in separate bowls for easy assembly.
Step 3: Place a small corn tortilla in the center of each warmed flour tortilla. Spoon a portion of the seasoned chicken onto the corn tortilla. Spread sour cream and salsa over the chicken, then sprinkle shredded cheese and lettuce on top. Add any extra toppings if desired, keeping everything centered on the tortilla.
Step 4: Fold the edges of the flour tortilla inward in a circular motion, overlapping to seal all the filling inside.
Step 5: Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Place the wrapped crunch wrap seam-side down and cook for 2-3 minutes until golden and crispy. Flip carefully and cook the other side until crisp. Remove from heat, cut in half, and serve hot.

Tips & Variations

Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a healthier option with extra protein.
For extra crunch, lightly toast the small corn tortillas before assembling.
Add your favorite veggies like tomatoes, beans, or jalapeños to customize each wrap.
Swap chicken for turkey or a plant-based protein to suit different dietary needs.

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 or oven to maintain crispiness rather than the microwave, which may make the wrap soggy.

How to Serve

The image shows a close-up of a quesadilla cut into three stacked triangular pieces on a wooden surface. Each piece reveals multiple layers: the outer layer is a golden-brown, toasted tortilla with a slightly crispy texture. Inside, there is a layer of cooked, seasoned chicken chunks with a warm orange tint, topped with shredded cheddar cheese melted into the chicken. Above that, there is a fresh green lettuce layer with finely chopped tomatoes adding a red contrast. There is also a creamy white sauce dripping lightly over the lettuce and chicken. Some small green cilantro pieces are scattered inside. The background is blurred, showing a white bowl with green sauce and some orange fries on 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 these ahead of time?

You can prepare the filling and have the ingredients ready in advance, but it’s best to assemble and cook the crunch wraps just before eating to keep the tortillas crispy.

What can I use if I don’t have corn tortillas?

If you don’t have small corn tortillas, you can use tortilla chips for the crunch layer or double up a small flour tortilla, though the texture will be different.