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A close-up of a halved, crispy chicken chimichanga with a creamy green dipping sauce, served on a bed of lettuce with tomatoes and a lime in the background, reminiscent of the bold flavors found in Firecracker Chicken Wraps.
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Firecracker Chicken Wraps

The appetizer that makes people ask if you ordered takeout.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 (8 appetizer halves)
Calories: 457kcal
Author: Laura

Ingredients

Wraps

  • 2 cups cooked chicken finely chopped or shredded
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper diced
  • 1 jalapeño seeded and finely diced
  • 2 green onions thinly sliced
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 4 burrito size flour tortillas
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • 2 cups romaine lettuce shredded
  • 1 cup tomatoes diced

Avocado Lime Dip

  • 1 ripe avocado
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp cilantro chopped
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1-2 tbsp water as needed

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine the chicken, cream cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, red bell pepper, jalapeño, green onions, chili powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper
    Metal bowl with rice, cheese, spices, cream cheese, green onions, and chopped peppers—perfect for making Firecracker Chicken Wraps—surrounded by bowls of lettuce, diced tomato, herbs, avocado, lemon juice, flour, and water on a white surface.
  • Stir until thoroughly mixed.
    Large mixing bowl of shredded chicken with diced vegetables, surrounded by bowls of lettuce, chopped tomato, cilantro, seasoning, lime juice, and a whole avocado on a white surface—perfect for assembling bold and flavorful Firecracker Chicken Wraps.
  • The filling should be creamy and hold together
  • Divide the filling evenly among the tortillas, placing it slightly below the center of each tortilla
    Firecracker Chicken Wraps featuring a tortilla with chicken filling in the center, surrounded by bowls of lettuce, tomatoes, herbs, spices, sugar, oil, avocado, and lemon juice on a white surface.
  • Fold in the sides and roll tightly like a burrito
    A burrito sits on a white plate surrounded by bowls of lettuce, diced tomato, cilantro, avocado, seasonings, and other ingredients on a white background—perfect fixings to create your own vibrant Firecracker Chicken Wraps.
  • Add about 1 inch of oil to a large skillet and heat to 350°F
  • Fry the wraps seam side down first for 2-3 minutes per side, turning carefully, until golden brown and crisp.
  • Transfer to a paper towel lined plate.
    Five fried taquitos on a paper towel next to bowls of chopped lettuce and diced tomatoes evoke the vibrant presentation of Firecracker Chicken Wraps, all set against a clean white background.
  • For the dip, blend the avocado, sour cream, lime juice, cilantro, garlic powder, and salt until smooth.
    A food processor with avocado, herbs, and yogurt sits next to bowls of chopped lettuce and diced tomatoes on a white surface—perfect ingredients for assembling flavorful Firecracker Chicken Wraps.
  • Add water as needed to reach a creamy dipping consistency
  • Arrange the lettuce and tomatoes on a serving platter
  • Slice each wrap in half on the diagonal and place over the vegetables
    Two cooked Firecracker Chicken Wraps on a wooden cutting board with a knife, next to bowls of chopped lettuce and diced tomatoes on a white surface.
  • Serve immediately with the avocado lime dip
    A close-up of two halved, crispy chicken chimichangas—reminiscent of Firecracker Chicken Wraps—served on lettuce with diced tomatoes, next to a bowl of creamy green avocado dip.

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Notes

  • For an even closer restaurant style texture, chop the chicken very finely rather than shredding it.
  • Pepper Jack cheese can be substituted for Monterey Jack for extra heat.
  • The filling can be prepared up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerated until ready to assemble and fry.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 Serving | Calories: 457kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 115mg | Sodium: 985mg | Potassium: 722mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 4134IU | Vitamin C: 38mg | Calcium: 291mg | Iron: 2mg