Teriyaki Chicken Wrap Recipe
Introduction
This Teriyaki Chicken Wrap is a quick and flavorful meal perfect for lunch or a light dinner. Juicy chicken cooked in savory teriyaki sauce pairs wonderfully with fresh vegetables, all wrapped up for easy eating on the go.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, sliced or shredded
- ½ cup teriyaki sauce
- 4 large wraps or tortillas
- 1 cup mixed fresh vegetables (such as lettuce, bell peppers, and carrots)
Instructions
- Step 1: In a skillet over medium heat, combine the chicken with the teriyaki sauce. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is heated through and well coated.
- Step 2: Lay out the wraps on a flat surface. Evenly distribute the cooked teriyaki chicken and fresh vegetables onto each wrap.
- Step 3: Roll up each wrap tightly, folding in the sides as you go, to keep the filling secure. Slice if desired before serving.
Tips & Variations
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in teriyaki sauce for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Use whole wheat or spinach wraps for added nutrition.
- Add a drizzle of spicy mayo or a sprinkle of sesame seeds for more texture and taste.
- Try swapping the chicken for tofu or shrimp for a different protein option.
Storage
Store any leftover wraps in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To keep the vegetables fresh, consider wrapping the chicken and vegetables separately and assembling just before eating. Reheat the chicken mixture gently in the microwave before assembling if preferred warm.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make these wraps ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the chicken and vegetables in advance, but it’s best to assemble the wraps just before eating to prevent the vegetables from becoming soggy.
What vegetables work best in teriyaki chicken wraps?
Crunchy vegetables like lettuce, bell peppers, carrots, and cucumbers add great texture and freshness to the wraps.
PrintTeriyaki Chicken Wrap Recipe
This Teriyaki Chicken Wrap recipe offers a quick and tasty way to enjoy tender chicken glazed with savory teriyaki sauce, combined with fresh vegetables wrapped in a soft tortilla. Perfect for a healthy lunch or a light dinner, these wraps are easy to prepare and full of flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 wraps 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Ingredients
Chicken
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 12 oz)
Teriyaki Sauce
- 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce
Wraps
- 4 large flour tortillas or wraps
Vegetables
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup julienned carrots
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced bell peppers
Instructions
- Cook Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the chicken breasts. Pour the teriyaki sauce over the chicken. Cook for about 6-8 minutes per side or until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce has thickened, turning occasionally to coat the chicken evenly.
- Prepare Vegetables: While the chicken cooks, wash and prepare the vegetables by shredding lettuce, julienning carrots, and slicing bell peppers into thin strips.
- Assemble Wraps: Slice the cooked chicken into thin strips. Lay out the tortillas on a flat surface. Evenly distribute the shredded chicken and vegetables onto the center of each wrap.
- Roll and Serve: Fold in the edges and tightly roll up each tortilla to enclose the filling. Serve immediately while warm or wrap in foil for a portable meal.
Notes
- For added flavor, sprinkle sesame seeds over the chicken before wrapping.
- Use low-sodium teriyaki sauce to reduce salt intake.
- Substitute flour tortillas with whole wheat or gluten-free wraps as needed.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like cucumbers or snap peas for extra crunch.
- Leftover wraps can be refrigerated for up to 2 days but are best fresh.
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