Chicken and Cheese Roll-Ups with Hidden Veggies
Tender chicken and melted cheese wrapped in soft flour tortillas with finely grated vegetables, ideal for picky eaters and easy lunches. This kid friendly-inspired sandwiches & wraps ready in about 25 minutes pairs shredded Cooked chicken breast, shredded Mozzarella cheese, small, finely grated Carrot for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup shredded Cooked chicken breast
- 1 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese
- 1 small, finely grated Carrot
- 1 small, finely grated Zucchini
- 4 large (8-inch) Flour tortillas
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 1 small finely grated carrot and 1 small finely grated zucchini and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Step 2: Remove the skillet from heat and mix in 1 cup shredded cooked chicken breast and 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese until combined.
- Step 3: Lay out 4 large flour tortillas flat on a clean surface and evenly distribute the chicken-vegetable-cheese mixture down the center of each tortilla.
- Step 4: Carefully roll each tortilla tightly from one edge to the other to form compact roll-ups.
- Step 5: Place the roll-ups seam side down in the skillet over medium-low heat and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until the tortillas are golden brown and the cheese is melted inside.
- Step 6: Remove from heat, let cool for 2 minutes, then slice each roll-up into 3 bite-sized pieces for easy serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Chicken and Cheese Roll-Ups with Hidden Veggies take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Chicken and Cheese Roll-Ups with Hidden Veggies?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep shredded mozzarella cheese from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Chicken and Cheese Roll-Ups with Hidden Veggies?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Chicken and Cheese Roll-Ups with Hidden Veggies for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Chicken and Cheese Roll-Ups with Hidden Veggies?
Kid Friendly sandwiches & wraps like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
