Keto Southwest Chicken Cheese Wraps Recipe

Gluten Free
Lunch
Main Dishes
Quick Easy
Snacks
5/5
(11 reviews)
Keto Southwest Chicken Cheese Wraps
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Description

These Southwest cheese wraps offer a delightful twist on traditional wraps, replacing the usual tortilla with a savory, melted cheese alternative. Imagine biting into a warm, pliable cheese wrap, yielding to a creamy, vibrant filling reminiscent of the American Southwest. Each wrap is crafted from melted cheese slices, creating a naturally low-carbohydrate vessel for a medley of flavors and textures.

The star of the filling is tender, spiced chicken, infused with a subtle chili flavor that dances on the tongue. This is beautifully balanced by the cool, smooth creaminess of softened cream cheese, which binds all the ingredients together. To add a delightful crunch, crisp vegetables are incorporated, providing a refreshing counterpoint to the richness of the cheese and chicken.

Shredded cheddar cheese is mixed into the filling, adding more savory notes and a pleasant textural contrast. These wraps are incredibly versatile. Enjoy them as a quick and satisfying snack, a flavorful appetizer to share, or as a component of a balanced meal.

The inherent richness of the cheese and creamy filling ensures they are surprisingly filling. They are equally delicious served warm, when the cheese is soft and melty, or cold, making them ideal for packing in lunches or enjoying on the go. The recipe is also easily customizable to suit your preferences.

While pepper jack cheese lends a subtle kick, you can easily substitute it with other cheeses like cheddar for a more classic flavor, mozzarella for a mild and stretchy wrap, or provolone for a slightly nutty taste. For those who prefer a milder flavor profile, simply reduce or eliminate the chili powder, replacing it with paprika for a touch of color and sweetness. Choosing a milder cheese, like Monterey Jack, is also a good way to reduce the heat.

Whatever adjustments you make, these wraps are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Preparation Time

Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
20 min
Total Time
35 min

Nutrition Information

Per 1 piece serving
C
Calories
380 Kcal

C
Carbs
8 g
Fi
Fiber
3 g
Sugar
3 g

P
Protein
30 g

C
Fats
25 g
Saturated Fats 12 g
Unsaturated Fats 10 g

Cholestrol 100 mg
Sodium 600 mg
Potassium 250 mg
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Ingredients

    1.
    Chicken Breast Boneless Skinless Raw
    Chicken Breast Boneless Skinless Raw
    4 oz
    2.
    Olive Or Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    Olive Or Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    0.25 tsp
    3.
    Salt
    Salt
    0.13 tsp
    4.
    Black pepper
    Black pepper
    0.13 tsp
    5.
    Chili powder
    Chili powder
    0.25 tsp
    6.
    Garlic powder
    Garlic powder
    0.25 tsp
    7.
    Celery
    Celery
    1 oz
    8.
    Red onion
    Red onion
    1 oz
    9.
    Scallions
    Scallions
    2 tsp, chopped
    10.
    Cream cheese
    Cream cheese
    3 oz
    11.
    Cheddar cheese, natural
    Cheddar cheese, natural
    0.13 cup, shredded
    12.
    Pepper Jack cheese
    Pepper Jack cheese
    6 slice (from pre-sliced package) - each 3/4 ounce

Instructions

    1.
    Pat boneless, skinless chicken breasts dry with a paper towel, then rub the olive oil into the flesh. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, chili powder, and garlic powder. Heat a pan on high heat on your stovetop, and place the chicken seasoned side down in the pan. Cook the chicken undisturbed on one side until the spices char. Then, flip the chicken and continue to cook until the chicken is done (about 4+ minutes per side).
    2.
    Set the finished chicken aside to cool and rest for about 5 minutes. Then, use a pair of forks to shred the chicken into fine, thin shreds. Add the shredded chicken to a mixing bowl. Finely dice celery, red onion, and green onion, and add these to the mixing bowl. Mix cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese into the bowl until all the ingredients are combined into your Southwest chicken filling. Set this aside for later on.
    3.
    Turn on your oven to preheat to 350 degrees and line a sheet tray with parchment paper. Lay the pepper jack cheese slices evenly distanced apart on the tray. Once your oven is preheated, cook the cheese slices in the oven for approximately 10 minutes or until they have melted into foldable slices. Watch the cheese slices as they melt, bubble, and harden into bendable squares with darkened edges. You can check on the progress by lifting the edge of a pepper jack slice with a spatula. If the slice peels away from the paper in a solid piece without sticking, the cheese is ready.
    4.
    Scoop the chicken filling along the closest edge of each slice of cheese. Spread the filling into strips along the length of each cheese slice. One by one, roll the cheese slices up into wraps (like a burrito) as the cheese hardens into place. Make sure the seam of where the wrap closes is against your parchment paper. You may use your spatula to help you lift the hot cheese for rolling. Make sure your chicken filling is ready to go for this stage so you can quickly fill the wraps before the cheese hardens. Serve as a warm appetizer or a cold snack.