Craving a delicious skillet meal that you can eat on the go? Look no further than Cashew Chicken Wraps! This hearty wrap is a healthier version of the traditional Chinese-style dish. Plus, it's super easy to whip up in your skillet in no time.
It's a great mix of healthy and decadent: Cashews give it a unique crunch while tender pieces of chicken provide protein. Serve with a dollop of your favorite condiment, or simply enjoy as-is! Trust us - this wrap is so tasty, your friends and family will be asking how to make it themselves.
Cashew Chicken Wraps are absolutely delicious! They are the perfect combination of crisp chicken, savory cashews, and flavorful sauces. The juicy chicken is seasoned and seared off to perfection, while the crunchy cashews add a great texture to the wrap. The wrapper itself is thin yet holds everything together nicely. You get a burst of unfiltered flavor in every bite. Whether you're in the mood for something light and healthy or something comforting and filling, Cashew Chicken Wraps hit the spot every time!
This was inspired by my other recipe on this site, and pairs well with this amazing sidedish recipe.
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 10-15 minutes
Serves: 4
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Ingredients needed to make Cashew Chicken Wraps
Sauce Ingredients:
⅓ c. tamari (gluten-free soy sauce) or coconut aminos
2 T. sugar-free crunchy peanut butter, room temperature
3 T. honey, preferably local
2 T. rice vinegar
1-2 large garlic cloves, minced
1 T. sesame oil
½ t. crushed red pepper flakes*
For less heat, use ¼ teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes instead
Ingredients:
1 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed
2 T. unsalted butter
3 large green onions, sliced (white and green parts separated)
1-2 cloves garlic, minced
Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
I large head Bibb lettuce, separated, rinsed, and patted dry
½ c. chopped cashews, lightly salted
Instructions for making Cashew Chicken Wraps
- Whisk together the tamari, peanut butter, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, sesame oil, and crushed red pepper flakes in a large bowl. Add the cubed chicken breast and gently toss to combine. Set aside.
- Heat butter in a large nonstick skillet set over medium heat. Add the white part of the green onions and garlic. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and stir to combine. Cook, stirring occasionally until the onion starts to develop some color, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Pour the chicken and sauce into the skillet and stir to combine. Cook, stirring occasionally until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce starts to thicken approximately 8-10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and divide the chicken mixture between the Bibb lettuce leaves. Top each wrap with the sliced green onions and chopped cashews and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Variations
If you're looking for a creative way to upgrade your chicken wrap game, look no further. This recipe for Cashew Chicken Wraps packs in variations that are sure to be a hit. Whether you decide on a skillet or a wrap, the variations of this dish range from healthy to hearty and flavorful while also being incredibly delicious. With variations like sweet potatoes, pineapple, and mushrooms available, this recipe allows you to customize it exactly the way you want – perfect for picky kids or an adventurous group!
Storage
If you are looking for a quick and easy way to enjoy a healthy, hearty meal, consider making some Cashew Chicken Wraps! Not only is this a delicious dish, but it's also one that can be stored in the refrigerator for quite some time. In fact, you can easily store your homemade wraps in the fridge for up to three days without having to worry about them going bad. So if you are looking for a quick and easy dinner option that still tastes amazing, why not whip up some chicken wraps with cashews? Many people opt to make these wraps in a skillet since they are best served warm, but they will stay just as tasty (and storage-friendly) when cooled and stored properly in the fridge!
Top tip
Making Cashew Chicken Wraps is easy and a great way to make a healthy, hearty, and delicious meal. Here are the top tips you need to know when making these wraps.
First, start by sautéing your chicken in a skillet with a little oil over medium-high heat; this will help ensure you have a crispy texture and bring out the flavor.
After that, toss in chopped vegetables and spices for extra crunch and a kick of flavor.
Finally top it off with some cashews for an extra boost of flavor and crunch.
Now you’re ready to wrap up your Cashew Chicken Wraps!
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Cashew Chicken Wraps
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Description
Craving a delicious skillet meal that you can eat on the go? Look no further than Cashew Chicken Wraps! This hearty wrap is a healthier version of the traditional Chinese-style dish. Plus, it's super easy to whip up in your skillet in no time.
Ingredients
Sauce Ingredients:
⅓ c. tamari (gluten-free soy sauce) or coconut aminos
2 T. sugar-free crunchy peanut butter, room temperature
3 T. honey, preferably local
2 T. rice vinegar
1-2 large garlic cloves, minced
1 T. sesame oil
½ t. crushed red pepper flakes*
For less heat, use ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes instead
Ingredients:
1 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed
2 T. unsalted butter
3 large green onions, sliced (white and green parts separated)
1-2 cloves garlic, minced
Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
I large head Bibb lettuce, separated,
Instructions
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Whisk together the tamari, peanut butter, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, sesame oil, and crushed red pepper flakes in a large bowl. Add the cubed chicken breast and gently toss to combine. Set aside.
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Heat butter in a large nonstick skillet set over medium heat. Add white part of green onions and garlic. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and stir to combine. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion starts to develop some color, approximately 2-3 minutes.
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Pour the chicken and sauce into the skillet and stir to combine. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce starts to thicken, approximately 8-10 minutes.
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Remove from heat and divide the chicken mixture between the Bibb lettuce leaves. Top each wrap with the sliced green onions and chopped cashews and serve immediately. Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 15 mins
