Craving a meal that'll transport your taste buds straight to the vibrant streets of Thailand without leaving your kitchen? Get ready to revolutionize your lunch game with these mouthwatering Thai Chicken Wraps that are so incredible, you'll want to make them every single day! Packed with zesty flavors, crisp vegetables, and a creamy peanut sauce that'll make you weak in the knees, these wraps are about to become your new obsession.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: Thai
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup sliced cucumbers
- 4 large lettuce leaves
- Chopped peanuts for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, and honey until smooth to create the peanut sauce. Set aside.
- Prepare the chicken by shredding it into small, bite-sized pieces. If using leftover chicken, ensure it's at room temperature.
- Wash and thinly slice cucumbers into delicate half-moon shapes. Grate or julienne carrots to create thin, uniform strips.
- Carefully wash and pat dry large lettuce leaves. Choose sturdy leaves like butter lettuce or romaine that can hold the filling without tearing.
- Lay out each lettuce leaf and spread a thin layer of the prepared peanut sauce along the center of the leaf.
- Distribute the shredded chicken evenly across the lettuce leaves, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Top the chicken with shredded carrots and sliced cucumbers for added crunch and freshness.
- Drizzle additional peanut sauce over the filling, ensuring even coverage.
- Carefully roll the lettuce leaves, tucking in the sides to create a neat wrap.
- Garnish the wraps with chopped peanuts for extra texture and flavor.
- Serve immediately, accompanied by remaining peanut sauce for dipping.
Tips
- Chicken Selection: Use rotisserie chicken or freshly grilled chicken for the most tender and flavorful results. If using leftover chicken, make sure it's at room temperature for even distribution.
- Sauce Consistency: Whisk the peanut sauce thoroughly to ensure a smooth, creamy texture. If it's too thick, add a little warm water to thin it out.
- Lettuce Leaf Hack: Choose large, sturdy lettuce leaves like butter lettuce or romaine. Gently wash and pat them completely dry to prevent soggy wraps.
- Prep in Advance: You can prepare the chicken and chop vegetables ahead of time, making assembly quick and easy when you're ready to eat.
- Customization is Key: Feel free to add extra vegetables like bell peppers or bean sprouts for more crunch and nutrition.
- Serving Tip: Serve immediately after rolling to keep the lettuce crisp and prevent sogginess.
- Make it Spicy: Add a dash of sriracha or red pepper flakes to the peanut sauce if you like a little heat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 30g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 85mg
