Ingredients
– 2 large chicken breasts
– 1 cup BBQ sauce or as needed for that classic BBQ vibe
– 1 heaped tsp smoked paprika
– 1 tsp garlic powder
– 1/2 tsp salt
– 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper for a cheeky kick
– 1/4 tsp black pepper for bite
– olive oil for frying
– 1 large carrot grated
– 1/4 red cabbage finely sliced
– 1/4 green or white cabbage finely sliced
– 1/2 medium white onion finely sliced
– 4 tbsp full fat mayo
– 1 tbsp sour cream for slaw perfection
– 2 tsp dijon mustard
– 2 tsp apple cider vinegar
– 1/2 tsp sugar
– salt and black pepper to taste
– 4 large white flour tortilla wraps for easy rolling
– 4 small handfuls spinach or greens of choice
Instructions
1-First Step: Prep the ChickenGrab those 2 large chicken breasts. Butterfly slice each into 2 even pieces 4 total. Pat dry with kitchen roll. Let ’em sit out 10-15 minutes room temp cooks evenly, no icy middles. In a bowl, coat with 1 heaped tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, 1/4 tsp cayenne, and a good glug of olive oil. Massage it in like you mean it. Season heavily trust me, flavours pop! Heat a large frying pan or griddle over medium-high with a tsp olive oil (total assumes 2 tsp). Takes 2 minutes to sizzle.
2-Second Step: Cook the ChickenFry 3-4 minutes per side till golden and cooked through (internal 75C if you’ve a thermometer). On first flip, brush generously with BBQ sauce. Keeps it saucy, not dry. Rest sauce-side down on a board for 5 minutes juices redistribute. Then brush the other side. Slice into angled strips against the grain looks pro, eats easy. Griddle pan? Bonus char lines. I do this while kids set table multitasking win!
3-Third Step: Whip Up the ColeslawGrate 1 large carrot. Finely slice 1/4 red cabbage, 1/4 green cabbage, 1/2 medium white onion. Chuck in a bowl. Mix dressing: 4 tbsp full fat mayo, 1 tbsp sour cream, 2 tsp Dijon mustard, 2 tsp apple cider vinegar, 1/2 tsp sugar. Whisk smooth, season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust sugar if too tangy balances sweet chicken. Pour over veg, toss well. Let sit 5 minutes for flavours to mingle. Crunchy, creamy heaven. Anecdote: My other half hates raw onion, so I swap for spring onions. Game-changer!
4-Fourth Step: Assemble the WrapsLay a tortilla flat. Add a strip of 4 small handfuls spinach (1 per wrap, about 1 cup total) near bottom centre prevents sogginess. Pile on coleslaw, then chicken strips. Don’t overload! Fold bottom over filling, tuck sides in, roll like a burrito. Or just roll tight. Cut in half for posh look. Serve fresh coleslaw wilts quick.
5-Final Step: Serve and EnjoyPlate up with crisps or fruit. Pairs brill with cold beer. Total time: 24 minutes. Laughs around table guaranteed. If first batch sticks, more oil next time. Practice makes perfect wraps!
Last Step:
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🧅 Swap white onion for green onions if you prefer milder flavor.
🍯 Adjust sugar in dressing to balance the tangy notes against sweet BBQ sauce.
🥬 For make-ahead, salt coleslaw veggies 1-4 hours ahead to reduce moisture and keep wraps crisp!
- Prep Time: 16 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Sandwiches & Wraps
- Method: Pan Fry
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap
- Calories: 621 kcal
- Sugar: 31g
- Sodium: 1966mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 67g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 114mg
