Thai Peanut Chicken Wraps – Bold, Fresh, and Weeknight-Ready

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🎉 Introduction
These Thai Peanut Chicken Wraps are the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and slightly spicy—all wrapped up in a soft tortilla. Tender chicken is tossed with a creamy peanut sauce infused with garlic, ginger, and soy, then layered with crunchy slaw, fresh cilantro, and roasted peanuts for texture.

They’re quick to assemble, incredibly satisfying, and ideal for busy weeknights, lunches, or casual entertaining. With bold flavors and simple prep, this recipe delivers restaurant-style taste at home—without complicated steps.


🧰 Equipment Needed

  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Spoon or whisk
  • Skillet (optional, for warming)

🛒 Ingredients

Protein

  • 2 cooked chicken breasts, chopped

Fresh & Crunchy

  • 3 cups coleslaw mix
  • ½ cup carrots, finely shredded
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • ¼ cup roasted salted peanuts, chopped

Aromatics

  • ½ tablespoon garlic, minced
  • ½ tablespoon fresh ginger, minced

Peanut Sauce

  • ¼ cup peanut butter
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar or honey
  • 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha sauce
  • 1 tablespoon water (to thin, as needed)

Wraps

  • 4 tortillas

👩‍🍳 Directions

Step 1: Make the Peanut Sauce

  • In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, brown sugar or honey, rice wine vinegar, sriracha, garlic, ginger, and water.
  • Whisk until smooth and creamy. Adjust thickness with a little more water if needed.

Step 2: Combine the Filling

  • In a medium bowl, add chopped chicken, coleslaw mix, and shredded carrots.
  • Pour the peanut sauce over the mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.

Step 3: Add Fresh Elements

  • Gently fold in chopped cilantro and half of the peanuts.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 4: Warm the Tortillas (Optional)

  • Warm tortillas briefly in a skillet or microwave until soft and pliable.

Step 5: Assemble the Wraps

  • Spoon the chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla.
  • Sprinkle remaining peanuts over the top.

Step 6: Wrap and Serve

  • Fold in the sides and roll tightly into wraps.
  • Slice in half if desired and serve immediately.

🍽️ Servings & Timing

  • Servings: 4 wraps
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: None
  • Total Time: 15 minutes

🧊 Storage & Reheating

  • Store leftover filling in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Assemble wraps just before serving for best texture.
  • If reheating the filling, warm gently and add a splash of water to loosen the sauce.

🥄 Variations

  • Extra Spicy: Add more sriracha or a pinch of chili flakes.
  • Crunch Boost: Add sliced bell peppers or cucumber.
  • Lettuce Wraps: Swap tortillas for large lettuce leaves.
  • Nut-Free: Replace peanut butter with sunflower seed butter.
  • Creamy Finish: Stir in a spoonful of plain yogurt to the sauce.

10 FAQs

  1. Can I use rotisserie chicken?
    Yes, it works perfectly and saves time.
  2. Is this recipe spicy?
    Mild to medium—adjust sriracha to taste.
  3. Can I make the sauce ahead?
    Yes, store it refrigerated for up to 4 days.
  4. Are these wraps good for meal prep?
    Yes, keep filling and tortillas separate.
  5. Can kids eat this?
    Yes, reduce the sriracha for a milder flavor.
  6. What tortillas work best?
    Soft flour tortillas roll easiest.
  7. Can I serve this cold?
    Yes, it’s great chilled or at room temperature.
  8. Is this gluten-free?
    Use gluten-free tortillas and soy sauce if needed.
  9. Can I add vegetables?
    Absolutely—shredded cabbage or peppers work well.
  10. What sides pair well?
    Fresh fruit, simple salad, or baked sweet potatoes.

🏁 Conclusion
These Thai Peanut Chicken Wraps are a fast, flavorful option that delivers bold taste, satisfying texture, and easy assembly—perfect for busy days and relaxed meals alike.

Adam

Thai Peanut Chicken Wraps – Bold, Fresh, and Weeknight-Ready

These Thai Peanut Chicken Wraps are the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and slightly spicy—all wrapped up in a soft tortilla. Tender chicken is tossed with a creamy peanut sauce infused with garlic, ginger, and soy, then layered with crunchy slaw, fresh cilantro, and roasted peanuts for texture. They’re quick to assemble, incredibly satisfying, and ideal for busy weeknights, lunches, or casual entertaining. With bold flavors and simple prep, this recipe delivers restaurant-style taste at home—without complicated steps.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 wraps

Ingredients
  

Protein
  • 2 cooked chicken breasts chopped
Fresh & Crunchy
  • 3 cups coleslaw mix
  • ½ cup carrots finely shredded
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • ¼ cup roasted salted peanuts chopped
Aromatics
  • ½ tablespoon garlic minced
  • ½ tablespoon fresh ginger minced
Peanut Sauce
  • ¼ cup peanut butter
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar or honey
  • 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha sauce
  • 1 tablespoon water to thin, as needed
Wraps
  • 4 tortillas

Equipment

  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Spoon or whisk
  • Skillet (optional, for warming)

Method
 

Step 1: Make the Peanut Sauce
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, brown sugar or honey, rice wine vinegar, sriracha, garlic, ginger, and water.
  2. Whisk until smooth and creamy. Adjust thickness with a little more water if needed.
Step 2: Combine the Filling
  1. In a medium bowl, add chopped chicken, coleslaw mix, and shredded carrots.
  2. Pour the peanut sauce over the mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
Step 3: Add Fresh Elements
  1. Gently fold in chopped cilantro and half of the peanuts.
  2. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Step 4: Warm the Tortillas (Optional)
  1. Warm tortillas briefly in a skillet or microwave until soft and pliable.
Step 5: Assemble the Wraps
  1. Spoon the chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla.
  2. Sprinkle remaining peanuts over the top.
Step 6: Wrap and Serve
  1. Fold in the sides and roll tightly into wraps.
  2. Slice in half if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

🧊 Storage & Reheating
Store leftover filling in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Assemble wraps just before serving for best texture.
If reheating the filling, warm gently and add a splash of water to loosen the sauce.
🥄 Variations
Extra Spicy: Add more sriracha or a pinch of chili flakes.
Crunch Boost: Add sliced bell peppers or cucumber.
Lettuce Wraps: Swap tortillas for large lettuce leaves.
Nut-Free: Replace peanut butter with sunflower seed butter.
Creamy Finish: Stir in a spoonful of plain yogurt to the sauce.
❓ 10 FAQs
Can I use rotisserie chicken?
Yes, it works perfectly and saves time.
Is this recipe spicy?
Mild to medium—adjust sriracha to taste.
Can I make the sauce ahead?
Yes, store it refrigerated for up to 4 days.
Are these wraps good for meal prep?
Yes, keep filling and tortillas separate.
Can kids eat this?
Yes, reduce the sriracha for a milder flavor.
What tortillas work best?
Soft flour tortillas roll easiest.
Can I serve this cold?
Yes, it’s great chilled or at room temperature.
Is this gluten-free?
Use gluten-free tortillas and soy sauce if needed.
Can I add vegetables?
Absolutely—shredded cabbage or peppers work well.
What sides pair well?
Fresh fruit, simple salad, or baked sweet potatoes.
🏁 Conclusion
These Thai Peanut Chicken Wraps are a fast, flavorful option that delivers bold taste, satisfying texture, and easy assembly—perfect for busy days and relaxed meals alike.
COOK WITH ADEM

Hi there! I’m Adem, the chef and creator behind Cook with Adem. Cooking has been my passion for as long as I can remember, and I’ve dedicated my life to exploring flavors, experimenting with new dishes, and sharing my love of food with others.

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