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Cheesy chicken fajita wraps stuffed with seasoned chicken, bell peppers, and melted cheddar cheese, toasted golden on the outside and stacked on a white plate.

Cheesy Chicken Fajita Wraps


  • Author: Samantha Brooks
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 wraps 1x

Description

These Cheesy Chicken Fajita Wraps are the ultimate handheld dinner, perfectly combining the sizzling flavors of a skillet fajita with the cheesy comfort of a quesadilla. Packed with seasoned chicken, tender vegetables, and savory refried beans, everything is tucked inside a crispy, golden-brown tortilla. Whether for a fun family dinner or a hearty lunch, these crunchy, gooey wraps are sure to be a hit.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound chicken tenderloins
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 bell peppers, sliced (any color)
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 1 packet fajita seasoning mix
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 cup Mexican blend shredded cheese
  • 1 (15 oz) can refried beans
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 4 large flour tortillas

Instructions

Cook the Chicken
Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken tenderloins lightly with salt and pepper, then add them to the pan. Cook until fully cooked through and golden. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Sauté Vegetables
In the same hot skillet, add the sliced bell peppers and onions. Cook for 5 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and slightly charred. While the veggies cook, slice the cooked chicken into small strips or bite-sized pieces.

Simmer Filling
Return the sliced chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Sprinkle the packet of fajita seasoning over the mixture and pour in the 1/4 cup of water. Stir well to combine. Bring to a simmer and cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the meat and veggies. Stir in the fresh cilantro.

Assemble
Warm the tortillas in the microwave for 15-20 seconds to make them pliable. Spread about 1 tablespoon of refried beans onto the center of each tortilla (this acts as the glue). Top with a generous portion of the chicken and veggie mixture, followed by a sprinkle of the Mexican blend cheese. Fold the sides of the tortilla in, then roll it up tightly like a burrito.

Toast
Wipe out the skillet carefully to remove any stuck-on spices (to prevent burning). Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and heat over medium. Place the wraps in the skillet, seam-side down first. Cook until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Notes

The Seam-Side Down Rule: Always place the wrap in the pan seam-side down first. The heat seals the tortilla shut, ensuring the filling doesn’t spill out when you flip it to crisp the other side.

Prevent Cracking: Warming the tortillas before rolling is crucial. If you try to fold cold flour tortillas, they tend to crack and rip. A quick zap in the microwave or a few seconds in a warm pan makes them soft and easy to work with.

Air Fryer Method: You can crisp these in an air fryer! Spray the assembled wraps with cooking spray and air fry at 375°F for 4-6 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crunchy.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Pan-Frying
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 wrap
  • Calories: 625
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 1350mg
  • Fat: 23g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 56g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 42g
  • Cholesterol: 105mg

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