Thai Peanut Chicken Wraps Recipe
These Thai Peanut Chicken Wraps are a vibrant and flavorful meal that combines tender chicken, crunchy coleslaw, and a creamy, zesty peanut dressing. Perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner, these wraps blend the savory taste of soy and garlic with the sweetness of brown sugar and the heat of sriracha, all wrapped up in a soft tortilla for a satisfying and refreshing dish.
- Author: Nora
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes (for cooking chicken breasts)
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 wraps 1x
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Wraps
- Method: No-cook assembly for filling, cooking chicken by grilling or baking
- Cuisine: Thai-inspired
- Diet: Halal
For the Dressing
- 1/4 cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp brown sugar or honey
- 2 Tbsp rice wine vinegar
- 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1/2 Tbsp minced ginger
- 1 tsp sriracha sauce
- 1–2 Tbsp water (optional, to thin the dressing)
For the Wraps
- 2 chicken breasts, cooked and chopped
- 3 cups coleslaw mix
- 1/2 cup grated carrot (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup roasted, salted peanuts
- 4–6 tortillas (flour or whole wheat tortillas recommended)
- Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl or liquid measuring cup, thoroughly whisk together peanut butter, low-sodium soy sauce, brown sugar or honey, rice wine vinegar, minced garlic, minced ginger, and sriracha sauce until smooth. Add 1-2 tablespoons of water if necessary to achieve a pourable consistency.
- Combine wrap ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together cooked and chopped chicken breasts, coleslaw mix, grated carrot if using, chopped cilantro, and roasted peanuts. Toss well to distribute all components evenly.
- Add dressing and toss: Drizzle the prepared peanut dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture. Toss until all ingredients are evenly coated in the sauce. Let the mixture sit for a few minutes to allow flavors to meld and the coleslaw to soften slightly.
- Warm the tortillas: Heat the tortillas in the microwave for about 30 seconds. This step makes them more pliable and easier to roll without cracking.
- Assemble the wraps: Divide the chicken and vegetable mixture evenly among the warmed tortillas. Roll each tortilla tightly to enclose the filling and serve immediately for the best texture and freshness.
- Storage tip: Leftover wraps can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. However, keep in mind that the tortillas may become soggy and the coleslaw may lose some crunch over time.
Notes
- Use natural peanut butter with no added sugar for a healthier option.
- Low-sodium soy sauce helps control the salt level and makes the dish suitable for low-sodium diets.
- Flour or whole wheat tortillas work best; gluten-free tortillas can be used for a gluten-free version.
- Add extra sriracha for more heat if desired.
- Chopped peanuts add important texture but can be omitted for those with nut allergies.
- Grated carrot is optional but adds sweetness and extra crunch.
- Make sure to cook chicken breasts thoroughly before chopping; grilling or baking works well.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
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