Thai Chicken Wraps Slaw (Printable)
Juicy chicken and crisp tangy slaw in soft wraps, ready in 35 minutes.
# What You Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 1.1 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
02 - 2 tbsp soy sauce
03 - 1 tbsp fish sauce
04 - 1 tbsp lime juice
05 - 1 tbsp honey
06 - 1 tsp sesame oil
07 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
08 - 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
→ Asian Slaw
09 - 2 cups shredded green cabbage
10 - 1 cup shredded red cabbage
11 - 1 large carrot, julienned
12 - 4 spring onions, thinly sliced
13 - 1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
14 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
→ Slaw Dressing
15 - 2 tbsp rice vinegar
16 - 1 tbsp soy sauce
17 - 1 tbsp lime juice
18 - 1 tbsp sesame oil
19 - 1 tsp honey
20 - 1 tsp Sriracha or chili sauce
→ Wraps & Garnish
21 - 4 large flour or whole wheat tortillas
22 - 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
23 - Extra cilantro and lime wedges, for serving
# Steps:
01 - Combine soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice, honey, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger in a bowl. Add the chicken and toss to coat thoroughly. Let marinate for at least 10 minutes.
02 - While the chicken marinates, combine green and red cabbage, carrot, spring onions, bell pepper, and cilantro in a large bowl.
03 - In a separate small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, lime juice, sesame oil, honey, and Sriracha. Pour over the vegetables and toss until evenly coated. Set aside.
04 - Heat a grill pan or large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for 5 to 6 minutes per side until fully cooked and slightly charred. Let rest for a few minutes, then slice into strips.
05 - Warm the tortillas if desired. Place a generous amount of slaw onto each tortilla, top with sliced chicken, and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and extra cilantro.
06 - Roll up the wraps and serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It comes together in 35 minutes flat with almost zero cleanup
- The crunch of the slaw against the warm, savory chicken is genuinely addictive
02 -
- Do not skip resting the chicken because slicing it hot turns every piece dry and disappointing
- The slaw actually improves after 10 minutes of sitting so make it first and let it marinate while you cook
03 -
- Pat the chicken dry before adding it to the hot pan because excess moisture prevents proper searing
- Warm tortillas always fold better without cracking so do not skip that quick 15-second pan step