Description
Sweet Chili Chicken Wraps are a quick and flavorful meal combining tender grilled or rotisserie chicken tossed in a sweet chili sauce with fresh, crunchy vegetables wrapped in warm tortillas. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner, these wraps are easy to prepare, customizable with optional ingredients like cheese and avocado, and offer a delightful balance of sweet, savory, and fresh flavors.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cooked chicken breasts (grilled, baked, or shredded rotisserie)
- ½ cup sweet chili sauce
- 4 large tortillas (flour or whole wheat)
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cucumber, sliced thin
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 carrot, julienned
Optional Ingredients
- Shredded cheese (as desired)
- Avocado slices (as desired)
- Fresh herbs (cilantro, mint, or basil, as desired)
- A squeeze of lime (optional)
- Olive oil (for cooking)
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare and cook the chicken: Season the chicken breasts lightly with salt and pepper. Heat a skillet over medium heat with a small amount of olive oil. Cook the chicken until it is golden brown and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, ensuring it is fully cooked.
- Rest and slice the chicken: Let the cooked chicken rest for 5 minutes to retain juices, then slice it thinly against the grain to keep it tender.
- Toss chicken in sweet chili sauce: Place the sliced chicken in a bowl and toss it with ½ cup of sweet chili sauce until the chicken is evenly coated with the sauce.
- Prepare the vegetables: Slice the cucumber and bell pepper into thin strips. Julienne the carrot and shred the lettuce to create fresh, crisp fillings.
- Warm the tortillas: Heat the tortillas in a dry pan over medium heat for about 10–15 seconds on each side or microwave them for 10–15 seconds until warm and pliable to prevent cracking when rolled.
- Assemble the wraps: Lay each tortilla flat and layer with shredded lettuce, sauced chicken, cucumber, bell pepper, and carrot. Add optional ingredients such as shredded cheese, avocado slices, fresh herbs, and a squeeze of lime for extra flavor.
- Rolling the wraps: Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then roll it tightly from one end to the other. Cut the wrap in half diagonally for easier handling and presentation.
Notes
- Using rotisserie chicken saves cooking time without sacrificing flavor.
- Warming tortillas before assembling helps prevent them from cracking when rolled.
- Adjust the spice level by adding sriracha sauce or chili flakes according to your preference.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free tortillas.
- Avocado and fresh herbs add freshness and creaminess, but can be omitted if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Skillet Cooking, Assembling
- Cuisine: Fusion, Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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