Description
This recipe for Air Fryer Chicken Wraps is a quick and easy meal perfect for busy weeknights. Tender, seasoned chicken strips are air fried to juicy perfection, then wrapped with fresh spinach, melted mozzarella cheese, and optional ranch dressing inside whole wheat tortillas. The wraps are finished off with a brief air frying to achieve a crispy, golden exterior, delivering a delicious combination of flavors and textures in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Seasoning
- 2 large chicken breasts (about 1 pound total)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Wrap Ingredients
- 4 whole wheat tortillas
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing (optional)
- Olive oil spray (for spraying the air fryer basket and wraps)
Instructions
- Cut the chicken: Begin by slicing the chicken breasts into thin strips for quick and even cooking.
- Prepare seasoning mix: In a bowl, combine garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create a flavorful spice blend.
- Season the chicken: Toss the chicken strips with the seasoning mix until they are evenly coated to ensure every bite is flavorful.
- Preheat air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3-5 minutes to get it ready for cooking.
- Cook chicken: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray to prevent sticking. Place the chicken strips in the basket and cook for 8 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure even cooking.
- Assemble wraps: Remove the cooked chicken from the air fryer. Lay out the whole wheat tortillas and layer each with fresh spinach leaves, shredded mozzarella cheese, and the cooked chicken strips.
- Roll and prepare wraps: Roll the tortillas tightly into wraps and lightly spray the outside with olive oil to promote crispiness.
- Air fry wraps: Place the assembled wraps back into the air fryer and cook at 375°F for 2-3 minutes until the tortillas are crispy and the cheese begins to melt.
- Serve: Slice the wraps in half and serve immediately with ranch dressing if desired for added flavor.
Notes
- Ensure chicken strips are evenly sized for uniform cooking.
- Optional ranch dressing adds creaminess but can be omitted or substituted for a healthier dip.
- Use whole wheat tortillas for added fiber and nutrients.
- Cooking times may vary slightly depending on your air fryer model; adjust accordingly.
- For a spicier variation, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the seasoning mix.
- Can add other fillings like sliced tomatoes or avocado for more flavor and texture.
