Description
These Thai Peanut Chicken Wraps offer a fresh and vibrant meal packed with tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a creamy natural peanut sauce. Perfect for quick lunches or colorful dinners, this recipe balances tangy, sweet, and savory flavors with wholesome ingredients for a satisfying and healthy wrap option.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 lb chicken breast, thinly sliced
- Optional vegetarian option: grilled tofu or tempeh, sliced
Peanut Sauce (natural)
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter (smooth, no added sugar or oils)
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar (natural)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (natural, gluten-free if needed)
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
- 1–2 tsp natural gelling agent (optional, for sauce thickness)
- Chili flakes or fresh chili, to taste
Vegetables & Herbs
- 1 medium carrot, julienned
- 1/2 cucumber, julienned
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, finely chopped
Wrap Base
- Iceberg lettuce leaves or large tortillas
- Optional: softened rice paper sheets
Garnishes
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts (natural), lightly toasted
- Extra chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Peanut Sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together peanut butter (natural), rice vinegar (natural), soy sauce (natural), fresh lime juice, minced garlic, and minced ginger until smooth and creamy. Add water or natural gelling agent as needed to achieve a slightly thick but pourable consistency. Adjust seasoning by adding chili flakes or fresh chili to desired spice level.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook the thinly sliced chicken breast for 5-7 minutes until golden and cooked through. Season with salt and pepper. Once cooked, toss the chicken with half of the prepared peanut sauce to coat evenly.
- Prepare the Vegetables and Herbs: While the chicken cooks, finely julienne the carrots, cucumber, and red bell pepper. Chop the cilantro and mint. Set all fresh ingredients aside for assembly.
- Assemble the Wraps: Lay out your lettuce leaves or tortillas. Layer each with peanut-coated chicken, fresh veggies, and herbs. Drizzle the remaining peanut sauce over the top. Sprinkle with chopped peanuts (natural) for added crunch. Roll the wraps tightly.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice wraps in half if desired and serve immediately to enjoy the combination of bold flavors and textures.
Notes
- Use fresh cilantro and mint to enhance flavor brightness.
- Control sauce thickness by gradually adding water or natural gelling agent.
- Slice chicken evenly and thin for quick and even cooking.
- Prep and store julienned vegetables in airtight containers ahead of time for faster assembly.
- Lightly toast chopped peanuts to bring out their nuttiness before garnish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Thai-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Thai, Peanut Chicken, Wraps, Gluten-Free, Quick, Healthy, Fresh, Peanut Sauce (natural), Chicken, Vegetables, Herbs
