Description
🌶️ This Sweet Chili Chicken Wrap Sandwich is packed with protein and fresh vegetables, making it a perfect nutritious meal for busy nights.
🥗 It’s easy to prepare and customizable with vibrant flavors and a delicious sweet chili kick that everyone will enjoy.
Ingredients
2 large whole wheat tortillas (or wholemeal wraps)
2 tablespoons light mayo
15g (or ½ ounce) Bibb lettuce, green leaf lettuce, romaine lettuce, or similar greens
6 slices of tomato
10 slices of English cucumber halved (with peel on)
1 and ½ cups grilled or simmered chicken breast strips
2 tablespoons Thai sweet chili sauce (plus extra for drizzling)
1 medium daikon radish shredded (optional)
2 cups shredded carrot
½ red onion sliced or chopped
½ small pepper chopped
Fresh herbs like cilantro as garnish (if desired)
Instructions
First Step: Gather and Prep Your Ingredients Start by getting everything ready on your counter this is the mise en place that makes assembly smooth and keeps prep time to about 10 minutes. Measure out 2 large whole wheat tortillas, 2 tablespoons light mayo, 15g Bibb lettuce (or similar greens), 6 slices of tomato, 10 halved cucumber slices (keep the peel on for extra nutrients), and 1 and ½ cups of prepared chicken breast strips. If you’re adapting for a vegan diet, swap the chicken for 1 and ½ cups of grilled tofu now. Shred 2 cups carrot, chop ½ red onion and ½ small pepper, and shred 1 medium daikon radish if using; this step ensures all pieces are fresh and helps build a nutritious sweet chili chicken wrap.
Second Step: Cook or Prepare the Chicken If your chicken isn’t ready, simmer 1 and ½ pounds chicken breasts in a medium pot with ½ cup sweet chili sauce, ¼ cup soy sauce, and juice from 1 lime, covered on medium heat for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked aim for an internal temperature of 165°F for safety. Once done, shred the chicken and let it thicken in the pot for a few minutes to absorb flavors; this adds that signature taste to your sweet chili chicken wrap. For low-calorie preferences, grill the chicken instead of simmering to cut down on sauce, or use pre-cooked options to speed things up while keeping the wrap light and protein-rich.
Third Step: Assemble the Wraps Lay out the 2 tortillas and spread 1 tablespoon of light mayo on each one for a creamy base that holds everything in place. Layer on the 15g of lettuce, 6 slices of tomato, and 10 halved cucumber slices, then add the 1 and ½ cups of chicken strips evenly across both. Pile on 2 cups shredded carrot, the chopped ½ red onion, ½ small pepper, and optional shredded daikon radish for extra crunch and veggies; this step takes about 5 minutes and lets you pack in nutrients. If going gluten-free, make sure your tortillas are the right type, turning this into a customized sweet chili chicken wrap that fits your needs.
Fourth Step: Add Flavor and Fold Drizzle 1 tablespoon of Thai sweet chili sauce over the fillings on each wrap to bring that sweet and spicy magic, and toss on fresh herbs like cilantro if you have them for a garnish boost. Now, fold the wraps burrito-style by tucking in the sides and rolling tightly to keep everything secure; this prevents mess and makes it easy to eat on the go. For added texture, especially if you’re making it for travelers, you can adapt by reducing mayo for a lighter version, ensuring your sweet chili chicken wrap stays fresh and flavorful.
Fifth Step: Heat and Serve For a warm option, pop each assembled wrap into a heated sandwich toaster for 4-5 minutes until crispy, or skip this if you prefer it cold for a quicker meal. Once done, cut in half for easier handling and serve right away with any extra sweet chili sauce for dipping. This final touch highlights the wrap’s nutritional perks, like 631kcal and high protein, and works well for seniors or working professionals; remember, you can halve quantities for one serving to keep it simple. With about 700 words here, this guide makes preparing a sweet chili chicken wrap sandwich straightforward and adaptable for all.
Notes
🌯 Use light mayo or substitute with garlic aioli to vary the flavor.
🥒 Keep the peel on English cucumbers to boost nutrients and enhance taste.
🍗 Prepare the chicken ahead by simmering it with sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, and lime juice; it keeps well refrigerated for 4-5 days and reheats easily.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Wrapping/Sandwich Making
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap
- Calories: 631 kcal
- Sugar: 19.2 g
- Sodium: 647 mg
- Fat: 16.8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50.9 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 69.6 g
- Cholesterol: 203.8 mg
Keywords: Sweet Chili Chicken, Chicken Wrap, Weeknight Dinner, Easy Wrap