Description
Prepare quick and flavorful Thai-style chicken wraps using a simple homemade peanut sauce. This recipe is suitable for a fast weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice, fresh
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup hot water (to thin sauce)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 8 large flour tortillas or butter lettuce cups
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts lightly with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C). Remove chicken and let it rest for 5 minutes.
- While the chicken rests, prepare the peanut sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, ginger, and garlic. Gradually whisk in the hot water until the sauce reaches a smooth, pourable consistency.
- Shred or dice the cooked chicken. In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken, carrots, red bell pepper, and cilantro.
- Pour about half of the peanut sauce over the chicken and vegetable mixture. Toss gently to coat everything evenly. Add more sauce if needed, reserving some for serving.
- Warm the tortillas briefly if desired. Place a portion of the chicken filling down the center of each tortilla or lettuce cup.
- Roll or fold the wraps tightly. Serve immediately with any remaining peanut sauce on the side for dipping or drizzling.
Notes
- For grilled chicken, marinate the chicken briefly in lime juice and a dash of soy sauce before grilling. Shred after cooking.
- If you prefer a thinner sauce, add a little more hot water, one teaspoon at a time.
- You can substitute shredded cabbage for carrots or bell pepper for added crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 wraps
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 650
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 17
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 35
- Cholesterol: 90