Description
Spicy southern air fryer hot chicken ham and cheese wraps deliver Nashville-style comfort in minutes. Crispy golden edges, melted cheese, and zesty chicken create a quick meal that satisfies cravings without complicated preparation.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 chicken breasts
- 4 slices ham
- 2 slices cheddar cheese
Wrap and Bread:
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Seasoning and Spices:
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp hot sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F, ensuring a crisp and even cooking environment for the wraps.
- Slice chicken breasts into thin, uniform strips, creating ideal portions for easy rolling and consistent cooking.
- Mix paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl to create a zesty spice blend.
- Thoroughly coat chicken strips with the prepared spice mixture, massaging the seasonings into the meat for maximum flavor absorption.
- Drizzle olive oil over the seasoned chicken, helping to enhance browning and prevent sticking during air frying.
- Layer each flour tortilla with a slice of ham, followed by the spiced chicken strips, creating a protein-packed base.
- Top the chicken with a slice of cheddar cheese, allowing it to melt slightly during cooking.
- Carefully roll the tortillas into tight, compact wraps, tucking in the sides to prevent filling from escaping.
- Brush the exterior of each wrap with hot sauce, adding an extra kick of heat and helping to crisp the tortilla.
- Arrange the wraps in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded and have space for hot air circulation.
- Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through to achieve a golden-brown, crispy exterior.
- Remove wraps from the air fryer and let rest for 2-3 minutes to allow the cheese to set and flavors to meld.
- Slice diagonally and serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Notes
- Spice Customization: Adjust the cayenne pepper quantity to control heat levels, making the dish milder or spicier based on personal preference.
- Protein Variations: Swap chicken with turkey, tofu, or plant-based alternatives for diverse dietary needs and exciting flavor combinations.
- Cheese Flexibility: Experiment with different cheese types like pepper jack, Swiss, or mozzarella to create unique taste profiles and texture variations.
- Wrap Storage: Prepare wraps in advance and refrigerate, wrapped tightly in plastic, for convenient meal prep and quick reheating in the air fryer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg