Thai Peanut Chicken Wrap
This Thai peanut chicken wrap brings together tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a creamy, slightly spicy peanut sauce that will transport your taste buds straight to Bangkok. Whether you're meal prepping for the week ahead or looking for a quick lunch option that doesn't sacrifice flavor, this wrap delivers on all fronts.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 0 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
Course Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine Asian, Thai
Servings 2 wraps
Calories 485 kcal
Mixing Bowls
Whisk
Cutting Board
Sharp Knife
For the wrap
- 2 large flour tortillas or whole wheat wraps 10-inch size
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast shredded or diced (rotisserie chicken works beautifully)
- 1 cup red cabbage thinly sliced
- 1 carrot julienned or grated
- 1/2 cucumber seeded and cut into matchsticks
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro roughly chopped
- 2 green onions thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts for garnish (optional)
For the peanut sauce
- 1/4 cup natural peanut butter smooth works best
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free option
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon lime juice approximately half a lime
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
- 1-2 teaspoons sriracha or chili garlic sauce adjust to taste
- 2-3 tablespoons warm water to thin the sauce
In a medium bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, lime juice, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sriracha. Gradually add warm water, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency. Set aside about 2 tablespoons of the sauce for drizzling later.
Ensure all your vegetables are cut into thin, manageable pieces. Toss the cabbage, carrot, cucumber, cilantro, and green onions together in a bowl to create a colorful slaw mix.
In a separate bowl, toss the cooked, shredded chicken with about 3-4 tablespoons of the peanut sauce until well coated.
Lightly warm your tortillas either in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 10 seconds per side, in the microwave for 10-15 seconds, or in a 350°F oven wrapped in foil for 5 minutes.
Lay the warmed tortillas flat on a clean surface. Spread a thin layer of the reserved peanut sauce in the center of each tortilla, leaving about a 2-inch border. Distribute the sauced chicken evenly between the tortillas. Top with the vegetable mixture and sprinkle with chopped peanuts if using.
Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then roll from the bottom up, tucking in the sides as you go to create a secure wrap. If desired, cut diagonally in half for easier eating.
Pro tips:
- Make double the sauce and store the extra in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- For meal prep, store the components separately and assemble just before eating.
- Cutting vegetables into similar-sized pieces ensures each bite has a balanced mix of flavors and textures.
- Don't overfill your wrap - about 3/4 cup of filling per wrap is ideal.
- Pat vegetables dry after washing to prevent soggy wraps.
Substitutions:
- Swap chicken for tofu or tempeh for a vegetarian version
- Use lettuce wraps instead of tortillas for a lower-carb option
- Replace peanut butter with almond or sunflower seed butter for those with peanut allergies
Calories: 485kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 32gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 780mgPotassium: 520mgFiber: 6gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 115IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 15mg
Keyword Thai Peanut Chicken Wrap, Chicken Wrap, Thai Food, Meal Prep, Quick Lunch