Ingredients
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 tablespoon soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon sesame oil
– 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 cup shredded carrots
– 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
– 1 cup cucumber, julienned
– 1 cup lettuce leaves (such as romaine or butter lettuce)
– 4 large tortillas (flour or whole wheat)
– ½ cup Thai peanut sauce (store-bought or homemade)
– Chopped cilantro and crushed peanuts for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Making Thai Peanut Chicken Wraps is simple and straightforward. Follow these steps for a delicious meal:
1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and ginger. Add the chicken breasts and coat well. Let it marinate for about 10 minutes.
2. Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and no longer pink in the center. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
3. Prepare the Veggies: While the chicken is cooking, wash and slice the carrots, bell peppers, and cucumber. Prepare the lettuce by rinsing and patting dry.
4. Slice the Chicken: Once the chicken has cooled slightly, slice it into thin strips.
5. Assemble the Wraps: Lay a tortilla flat on a clean surface. Place a few lettuce leaves in the center, followed by a handful of sliced chicken, shredded carrots, bell peppers, and cucumber.
6. Add the Peanut Sauce: Drizzle a generous amount of Thai peanut sauce over the top of the fillings.
7. Wrap It Up: Fold the sides of the tortilla inwards, then roll from the bottom up to enclose the filling completely. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and ingredients.
8. Slice and Serve: Cut the wraps in half for easier handling and garnish with chopped cilantro and crushed peanuts if desired.
These steps will lead you to a delightful meal that is not only flavorful but also visually appealing!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 wraps
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 30g