Thai Chicken Wraps Asian Slaw (Print View)
Juicy chicken and tangy Asian slaw in soft wraps, ready in 35 minutes for an easy weeknight meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 1.1 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
02 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
03 - 1 tablespoon fish sauce
04 - 1 tablespoon lime juice
05 - 1 tablespoon honey
06 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
07 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
08 - 1 teaspoon 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 tablespoons rice vinegar
16 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
17 - 1 tablespoon lime juice
18 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
19 - 1 teaspoon honey
20 - 1 teaspoon Sriracha or chili sauce
→ Wraps & Garnish
21 - 4 large flour or whole wheat tortillas
22 - 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
23 - Extra cilantro and lime wedges for serving
# How to Make:
01 - Combine soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice, honey, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger in a bowl. Add the chicken and toss to coat evenly. 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 Suggestions:
01 -
- The slaw dressing does double duty as a bright marinade companion so nothing goes to waste
- Everything comes together in the time it takes to pour a drink and set the table
02 -
- Slicing the chicken against the grain after resting keeps every bite tender instead of chewy
- Letting the slaw sit for five minutes before assembling softens the cabbage just enough without losing its crunch
03 -
- Dry the chicken thoroughly before searing or it will steam instead of char, which completely changes the texture
- A hot pan is nonnegotiable since medium heat will leave you with pale rubbery chicken no matter how good the marinade is