Sweet Chili Chicken Wraps

Yields: 4 wraps | Prep time: 15 mins | Cook time: 15 mins

These wraps balance the heat of sweet chili sauce with crispy chicken and a refreshing, crunchy lime slaw. Perfect for a quick lunch or a vibrant weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

The Chicken

Chicken: 1.5 lbs chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized strips.

Coating: 1/2 cup cornstarch (for extra crispiness).

Seasoning: 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper.

Sauce: 1/2 cup Thai Sweet Chili Sauce (plus extra for drizzling).

Oil: 3 tbsp neutral oil (avocado, vegetable, or canola) for pan-frying.

The Zesty Slaw

2 cups shredded cabbage (mix of red and green).

1 medium carrot, shredded.

1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped.

1 tbsp lime juice.

1 tsp honey or agave.

For Assembly

4 large flour tortillas (warmed).

1 ripe avocado, sliced.

Optional: Thinly sliced red onions, cucumber ribbons, or sesame seeds.

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken

In a bowl, toss the chicken strips with cornstarch, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Fry the chicken in batches for 5–7 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy.

Remove the chicken from the pan and drain on a paper towel.

Toss the crispy chicken in the sweet chili sauce until fully glazed.

2. Make the Slaw

In a medium bowl, whisk together the lime juice and honey.

Add the cabbage, carrots, and cilantro.

Toss well and let sit for 5 minutes to soften slightly.

3. Assemble the Wraps

Warm the Tortillas: Heat each tortilla in a dry pan for 20 seconds per side until pliable.

Layer: Place a handful of the zesty slaw in the center of the tortilla.

Add Chicken: Top with a generous serving of the sweet chili chicken.

Garnish: Add avocado slices and any optional toppings like sesame seeds or extra sauce.

Fold: Fold in the sides, then roll tightly from the bottom up.

Tips for Success

Extra Crunch: If you prefer breaded chicken, dip the strips in whisked egg before the cornstarch/flour mixture.

Lower Carb: Swap the flour tortilla for large butter lettuce leaves to make "Sweet Chili Chicken Lettuce Cups."

Meal Prep: Store the chicken, slaw, and tortillas separately and assemble just before eating to prevent the wrap from getting soggy.