Sweet Chili Chicken Wraps Recipe

Introduction

Sweet chili chicken wraps are a delicious and easy meal perfect for lunch or a light dinner. Combining tender chicken with a tangy, sweet sauce and fresh veggies, these wraps offer a delightful mix of flavors and textures.

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: shredded cheese
• Optional: avocado slices
• Optional: fresh herbs (cilantro, mint, or basil)
• Optional: a squeeze of lime
• Olive oil
• Salt & pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Season the chicken lightly with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken until golden and fully cooked, reaching 165°F internally.
2. Step 2: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice it thinly against the grain for tender pieces.
3. Step 3: Toss the sliced chicken with the sweet chili sauce until well coated.
4. Step 4: Slice the cucumber, bell pepper, and carrot into thin strips or julienne as needed.
5. Step 5: Warm the tortillas briefly in a dry pan or microwave for 10–15 seconds to make them pliable.
6. Step 6: Assemble each wrap by layering chicken, shredded lettuce, sliced veggies, and any optional extras like cheese, avocado, or fresh herbs.
7. Step 7: Fold in the sides of the tortilla, roll it tightly, and cut each wrap in half diagonally before serving.

Tips & Variations

• For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lime or a sprinkle of fresh herbs like cilantro or basil before rolling.
• Use rotisserie chicken for a shortcut, or grill chicken breasts with spices like smoked paprika for added depth.
• Substitute the sweet chili sauce with a spicy peanut sauce for a different twist.
• To keep wraps fresh for later, wrap tightly in plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate.

Storage

Store any leftover wraps wrapped tightly in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To prevent the tortillas from becoming soggy, keep wet ingredients like sauce or avocado separate until ready to eat. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave if desired, but fresh assembly is best for texture.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of chicken?

Yes, grilled, baked, shredded rotisserie, or even leftover cooked chicken all work well in these wraps. Just be sure the chicken is fully cooked and sliced thinly for the best texture.

What can I substitute for sweet chili sauce?

If you don’t have sweet chili sauce, try using a mix of honey and sriracha for a sweet and spicy combo, or swap it out for a peanut sauce to add richness and a different flavor profile.

Sweet Chili Chicken Wraps Recipe

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These Sweet Chili Chicken Wraps are a flavorful and easy-to-make meal featuring tender chicken coated in a tangy sweet chili sauce, paired with fresh crisp vegetables, and wrapped in soft tortillas. Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, these wraps blend savory and sweet flavors with a refreshing crunch, offering a satisfying and colorful dish that can be customized with optional cheese, avocado, and fresh herbs.

• Author: Elias
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 25 minutes
• Yield: 4 wraps 1x
• Category: Lunch
• Method: Frying
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Chicken and Sauce

• 2 cooked chicken breasts (grilled, baked, or shredded rotisserie)
• ½ cup sweet chili sauce
• Olive oil (for cooking)
• Salt & pepper (to taste)

Vegetables and Wraps

• 4 large tortillas (flour or whole wheat)
• 1 cup shredded lettuce
• 1 cucumber, sliced thin
• 1 bell pepper, sliced
• 1 carrot, julienned

Optional Add-ins

• Shredded cheese
• Avocado slices
• Fresh herbs (cilantro, mint, or basil)
• A squeeze of lime

Instructions

1. Season and Cook Chicken: Lightly season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken until golden and fully cooked (internal temperature reaching 165°F). Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
2. Slice Chicken: After resting, slice the chicken thinly against the grain for tenderness and better texture.
3. Coat Chicken in Sauce: Toss the sliced chicken in ½ cup of sweet chili sauce until all pieces are evenly coated.
4. Prepare Vegetables: Slice the cucumber and bell pepper into thin strips and julienne the carrot for a fresh, crunchy texture.
5. Warm Tortillas: Heat the tortillas in a dry pan over medium heat or microwave them for 10–15 seconds until warm and pliable.
6. Assemble Wraps: On each warm tortilla, layer shredded lettuce, the sweet chili chicken, and prepared vegetables. Add optional ingredients like shredded cheese, avocado slices, fresh herbs, and a squeeze of lime according to taste.
7. Wrap and Serve: Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then roll tightly to enclose the fillings. Cut each wrap in half diagonally for easy eating.

Notes

• You can use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken to save time.
• Adjust the amount of sweet chili sauce depending on your preferred level of sweetness and spice.
• Warm tortillas make them easier to roll and less likely to tear.
• Customize your wrap with your favorite fresh herbs or add a squeeze of lime for added brightness.
• This recipe is adaptable for gluten-free diets by using gluten-free tortillas.

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