BBQ Chicken Coleslaw Wraps Recipe

Introduction

BBQ Chicken Coleslaw Wraps are a delicious and easy meal that combines tender, smoky chicken with a crunchy, tangy coleslaw. Perfect for a quick lunch or casual dinner, these wraps offer a satisfying mix of flavors and textures that everyone will enjoy.

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (leftover rotisserie chicken works great)
• 2 cups shredded cabbage (mix green and purple for color)
• 1 large carrot, grated
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)
• 4 large soft tortillas or wraps

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage and grated carrot.
2. Step 2: In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the coleslaw dressing.
3. Step 3: Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss well to coat. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to let flavors meld.
4. Step 4: Mix shredded chicken with BBQ sauce until evenly coated.
5. Step 5: Warm tortillas slightly to make them pliable.
6. Step 6: Lay a tortilla flat, spoon BBQ chicken down the center, and top with a generous amount of coleslaw.
7. Step 7: Roll the tortilla tightly into a wrap. Serve immediately or wrap tightly in foil for later.

Tips & Variations

• Add sliced jalapeños or hot sauce to the coleslaw for a spicy kick.
• Substitute cabbage with kale or romaine for a fresh twist.
• Try different sauces like chipotle BBQ or teriyaki for varied flavors.
• For vegetarian versions, swap chicken with grilled tofu or roasted chickpeas.
• Use gluten-free tortillas for a gluten-free option.

Storage

Store wraps in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To maintain the coleslaw’s crunch, keep it separate from the wraps until ready to serve. Reheat wraps gently in a microwave or warm pan before eating if desired.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make the coleslaw dressing ahead of time?

Yes, the dressing can be prepared a day in advance and stored in the fridge. This helps the flavors develop even more.

What can I use if I don’t have BBQ sauce?

If you don’t have BBQ sauce, you can mix ketchup with a bit of smoked paprika, honey, and a splash of vinegar as a quick substitute.

BBQ Chicken Coleslaw Wraps Recipe

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These BBQ Chicken Coleslaw Wraps are a delicious and easy meal perfect for lunch or dinner. Combining tender shredded chicken coated in tangy BBQ sauce with a vibrant, crunchy coleslaw wrapped in soft tortillas, they offer a delightful balance of smoky, sweet, and fresh flavors. Quick to assemble and customizable with different sauces or vegetables, these wraps make a satisfying, flavorful, and convenient handheld dish.

• Author: liam
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Yield: 4 wraps 1x
• Category: Lunch
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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For the Coleslaw

• 2 cups shredded cabbage (mix green and purple for color)
• 1 large carrot, grated
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Chicken Filling

• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (leftover rotisserie chicken works great)
• 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)

To Assemble

• 4 large soft tortillas or wraps

Instructions

1. Prepare the coleslaw base: In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage and grated carrot to create the fresh vegetable base for the slaw.
2. Make the coleslaw dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined.
3. Toss and chill the coleslaw: Pour the dressing over the cabbage and carrot mixture. Toss thoroughly to ensure the vegetables are evenly coated. Refrigerate the coleslaw for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
4. Coat the chicken: In another bowl, mix the shredded cooked chicken with the BBQ sauce until every piece is evenly coated with the sauce.
5. Warm the tortillas: Slightly warm the tortillas to make them soft and pliable, which will make rolling easier and prevent cracking.
6. Assemble the wraps: Lay a warm tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spoon a generous portion of the BBQ chicken down the center, then top it with a good amount of the prepared coleslaw.
7. Roll and serve: Carefully roll the tortilla tightly around the filling to form a wrap. Serve immediately for the best texture, or wrap tightly in foil to enjoy later.

Notes

• Add sliced jalapeños or a splash of hot sauce to the coleslaw for a spicy kick.
• Substitute cabbage with kale or romaine lettuce for a different fresh twist on the slaw.
• Experiment with different BBQ sauces like chipotle BBQ or teriyaki for varied flavor profiles.
• For a vegetarian version, replace the chicken with grilled tofu or roasted chickpeas.
• Use gluten-free tortillas to make this recipe gluten-free.
• Store prepared wraps in the fridge for up to 2 days. To maintain coleslaw crunch, keep the slaw separate until ready to eat.

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