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Thai Chicken Wrap with Crunchy Asian Slaw

A bold and satisfying Thai chicken wrap with juicy marinated chicken thighs, creamy homemade peanut sauce, and a crunchy fresh Asian slaw, all rolled into a large flour tortilla.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Thai
Calories: 520

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce for marinade
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil for marinade
  • 1 tbsp lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 0.5 tsp chili flakes optional
  • 0.33 cup creamy peanut butter natural preferred
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce for peanut sauce
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar for peanut sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil for peanut sauce
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger grated
  • 2 tbsp warm water to thin sauce, add gradually
  • 2 cups green cabbage shredded
  • 1 cup red cabbage shredded
  • 1 cup carrots julienned
  • 0.5 red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 2 scallions thinly sliced
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 tbsp lime juice for slaw
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar for slaw
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • salt to taste
  • 4 large flour tortillas or flatbreads
  • chopped peanuts and extra cilantro optional garnish

Equipment

  • Grill pan or skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Tongs or spatula
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. Whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, lime juice, garlic powder, ground ginger, and chili flakes in a bowl. Add chicken thighs and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 20 minutes at room temperature or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
  2. Make the peanut sauce by whisking together peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger until smooth. Add warm water one tablespoon at a time until pourable. Set aside.
  3. Prepare the slaw by combining both cabbages, carrots, red bell pepper, scallions, and cilantro in a large bowl. Add lime juice, rice vinegar, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Toss well and let sit for 10 minutes.
  4. Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. Cook the marinated chicken thighs for 5 to 7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165 degrees F. Let rest 5 minutes then slice thinly.
  5. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet for 30 seconds per side or in the microwave for 15 seconds. Spread peanut sauce on each tortilla, layer with slaw and sliced chicken, drizzle with more peanut sauce, and garnish with cilantro and peanuts if using.
  6. Fold the sides in and roll tightly. Slice in half and serve immediately.

Notes

Store components separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days. Assemble fresh before eating. The peanut sauce thickens in the fridge - stir in a splash of warm water to loosen. Works great as a rice bowl or lettuce wrap variation.