Green Chile Chicken Wrap

Instructions

1. 1

   Sauté Aromatics

   • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or pan over medium heat.
   • Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until it becomes soft and translucent, which should take about 4-5 minutes.
   • Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, and dried oregano. Cook for another minute until the spices are fragrant.
2. 2

   Create the Creamy Filling

   • Add the shredded chicken, drained green chiles, and softened cream cheese to the skillet.
   • Stir constantly over medium heat, breaking up the cream cheese, until it has completely melted and created a creamy sauce that coats the chicken. This will take about 3-4 minutes.
   • Season with salt and pepper. Remove the skillet from the heat.
   • Stir in the shredded Monterey Jack cheese, fresh lime juice, and chopped cilantro until the cheese is just beginning to melt and is well combined.
3. 3

   Warm Tortillas and Assemble

   • Warm the tortillas to make them pliable. You can do this one by one in a dry skillet for 30 seconds per side, or wrap the stack in a damp paper towel and microwave for 30-45 seconds.
   • Lay a warm tortilla on a clean, flat surface. Spoon approximately one-fourth of the chicken mixture in a line down the center.
   • Fold in the left and right sides of the tortilla over the filling, then tightly roll it up from the bottom to create a secure wrap.
4. 4

   Sear for a Crispy Finish

   • Wipe out the skillet used for the filling and lightly coat it with a little more oil or cooking spray. Heat it over medium to medium-high heat.
   • Carefully place the assembled wraps seam-side down in the hot skillet. This helps to seal them.
   • Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until each side is golden brown and crispy.
   • Repeat for all wraps, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan.
5. 5

   Rest, Slice, and Serve

   • Transfer the seared wraps to a cutting board and let them rest for a minute or two. This helps them hold their shape when cut.
   • Using a sharp knife, slice the wraps in half on a diagonal.
   • Serve immediately with your favorite toppings like sour cream, salsa, pico de gallo, or guacamole.