Low Carb Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps

These Low Carb Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps feature juicy chicken cooked in rich garlic butter, topped with gooey melted mozzarella and cheddar, then wrapped in keto-friendly low-carb tortillas or crisp lettuce leaves. With high protein, plenty of satisfying fats, and minimal net carbs, they are perfect for quick lunches, easy weeknight dinners, or meal prep. The chicken is briefly marinated for extra flavor, seared until golden, and finished with melted cheese for a comforting, savory, and portable keto meal.

Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Course

Cuisine American, Keto, Low Carb

Keyword cheesy garlic chicken, keto chicken wraps, keto meal prep, low carb wraps

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 20

Total Time 40

Servings wraps

Calories 520kcal

Equipment

Cutting board
Chef's knife
Mixing bowl
large skillet
Tongs
measuring spoons

Ingredients

For the marinated chicken

1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into thin strips
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed, optional but recommended
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or dried mixed herbs
1 teaspoon sea salt or to taste
1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground

For the garlic butter and cheese

4 tablespoons unsalted butter cut into pieces
4 cloves garlic minced
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional, for heat
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese low-moisture, part-skim
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese mild or sharp
2 tablespoons fresh parsley finely chopped, plus more for garnish

For assembling the wraps

4 low-carb tortillas about 6 to 8 inches, or use large lettuce leaves for ultra-low carb
8 leaves romaine or butter lettuce for serving or for lettuce wraps
1/2 cup baby spinach optional, for extra greens
1 medium avocado sliced, optional

Instructions

Add the chicken strips to a mixing bowl and toss with olive oil, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
Let the chicken marinate at room temperature for at least 15 minutes or cover and refrigerate for up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add half of the butter, allowing it to melt and foam slightly.
Add the marinated chicken strips to the hot skillet in a single layer and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned and cooked through, about 7 to 9 minutes.
Push the cooked chicken to one side of the skillet, add the remaining butter to the empty side, and let it melt over medium to medium-low heat.
Stir the minced garlic and red pepper flakes into the melted butter and cook gently until fragrant, about 1 minute, taking care not to brown the garlic.
Toss the chicken in the garlic butter until each piece is well coated, then sprinkle in the chopped parsley and remove the skillet from the heat.
Warm the low-carb tortillas in a dry skillet over low heat or in the microwave just until pliable, or prepare large lettuce leaves by patting them dry.
Place each tortilla or a double layer of lettuce leaves on a flat surface and add a small handful of spinach in the center if using.
Spoon an equal portion of the hot garlic butter chicken over the greens, then top each with one quarter of the mozzarella and one quarter of the cheddar cheese.
Add avocado slices on top of the cheese if using and sprinkle with additional parsley for freshness.
Fold in the sides of the tortilla and roll tightly into a wrap, or fold the lettuce leaves around the filling to create a secure bundle.
For extra melt and crispness, place the assembled tortilla wraps seam side down in a lightly greased skillet over medium heat and cook until the outside is golden and the cheese is melted, turning as needed.
Slice the wraps in half if desired and serve warm with additional lettuce or a simple side salad for a complete keto meal.

Notes

To keep these wraps firmly keto, choose tortillas with no more than 4 net grams of carbs per wrap or use lettuce wraps, which drop the net carbs significantly. The quick marinade adds flavor but can be skipped if you are short on time; simply season the chicken well before cooking. Do not rush the garlic butter step and keep the heat moderate to avoid burning the garlic, which can turn bitter. These wraps are great for meal prep if you store the cooked garlic butter chicken separately and assemble with cheese and wraps just before eating or reheating. For variety, try adding a few slices of jalapeño, a spoonful of sugar-free salsa, or a drizzle of keto-friendly ranch, making sure any additions fit your carb goals.

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