BBQ Chicken Wraps (+ Homemade Coleslaw) Recipe
These BBQ Chicken Wraps with Homemade Coleslaw are a delicious and quick meal perfect for lunch or dinner. Tender shredded chicken simmered in tangy BBQ sauce is wrapped in soft flour tortillas, complemented by a fresh and creamy coleslaw made from shredded cabbage and carrots dressed in a zesty mayonnaise vinaigrette. This recipe is easy to prepare and perfect for a satisfying handheld meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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For the BBQ Chicken:
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (Use rotisserie chicken for convenience)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (Choose your favorite brand)
For the Coleslaw:
- 4 cups green cabbage, shredded
- 1 cup carrots, shredded
- 1 cup mayonnaise (Can use light or vegan mayonnaise)
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar (Adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For Assembly:
- 4 large flour tortillas (Can substitute with whole wheat or gluten-free)
Instructions
- Prepare BBQ Chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, combine the shredded cooked chicken and BBQ sauce. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is heated through and well blended, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Make Coleslaw: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage and carrots. In a separate smaller bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth. Pour this dressing over the cabbage and carrots and toss thoroughly until all vegetables are evenly coated. Refrigerate the coleslaw until ready to assemble.
- Assemble Wraps: Lay a large flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spoon a generous portion of the warm BBQ chicken mixture down the center of the tortilla. Top this with a scoop of the chilled coleslaw. Carefully roll the tortilla tightly around the filling to enclose it securely. Repeat this process with the remaining tortillas and filling.
- Serve: Serve the BBQ chicken wraps immediately with extra homemade coleslaw on the side for a fresh and crunchy complement to the smoky chicken flavors.
Notes
- You can substitute the cooked chicken with leftover grilled chicken or store-bought rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- For a healthier option, use whole wheat or gluten-free tortillas instead of regular flour tortillas.
- Adjust sugar in the coleslaw dressing according to your taste preference or omit for a lower sugar version.
- This recipe can be made ahead by preparing the BBQ chicken and coleslaw separately, then assembling just before serving to maintain freshness.
- For extra flavor, consider adding sliced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the BBQ chicken mixture.
Keywords: BBQ chicken wraps, homemade coleslaw, quick lunch recipe, easy wraps, rotisserie chicken recipe
