A fusion-style Mediterranean dish featuring tender shredded chicken, fresh herbs, sun-dried tomatoes, and melted cheese wrapped in warm tortillas, then baked under a luxurious lemon-herb yogurt sauce. Perfect for family dinners, gatherings, and weekend comfort meals.
🧾 Ingredients
For the Chicken Filling
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- ½ cup roasted red peppers, chopped
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or kasseri cheese
For the Creamy Mediterranean Yogurt Sauce
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- ½ cup heavy cream or milk
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves, grated
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar (for melting on top)
For Assembling
- 6 large tortillas (white, whole-wheat, or Mediterranean flatbread)
- Extra shredded cheese (mozzarella, cheddar, or Mediterranean kefalograviera)
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare the Chicken Filling
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add onions and sauté until soft and golden.
- Add garlic and cook 1 minute.
- Stir in shredded chicken.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes, roasted peppers, and spinach.
- Season with oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Cook for 5 minutes until everything is heated and combined.
- Turn off heat and mix in parsley and shredded cheese.
- Let the mixture cool slightly.
2. Prepare the Creamy Mediterranean Yogurt Sauce
- In a bowl, whisk Greek yogurt with heavy cream or milk until smooth.
- Add lemon juice, olive oil, grated garlic, dill, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Taste and adjust seasoning — it should be tangy, creamy, and herb-rich.
3. Assemble the Wraps
- Lay one tortilla flat.
- Spoon generous filling across the center.
- Roll tightly like a burrito (fold in sides, then roll forward).
- Place each roll seam-side down in a baking dish.
- Repeat with all tortillas.
4. Add Sauce and Cheese
- Pour the creamy yogurt sauce evenly over the wraps.
- Sprinkle with more shredded cheese on top.
5. Bake
- Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F).
- Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, until:
- Cheese is melted
- Sauce is bubbling
- Tops are lightly golden
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
🍽 Serving Suggestions
Serve with:
- A classic Greek salad (tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, feta)
- Roasted vegetables
- Garlic yogurt dip
- Lemon-herb rice
Perfect as a main dish for lunch or dinner.
✨ Mediterranean Chef Tips
- Substitute chicken with shredded lamb, turkey, or sautéed mushrooms.
- Add crumbled feta inside for extra Mediterranean flavor.
- Replace heavy cream with extra yogurt + olive oil for a lighter version.
- Add olives or artichokes to the filling for a richer taste.
- Brush tortillas lightly with olive oil before baking to prevent dryness.
📦 Storage & Reheating
- Store leftovers in the fridge for 3 days.
- Reheat in oven at 160°C (325°F) to keep wraps from getting soggy.
- Can be frozen unbaked — just thaw and bake normally.