Sweet Chilli Chicken Wraps
These Sweet Chilli Chicken Wraps are a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and mildly spicy flavors. Tender chicken is cooked in a sticky sweet-chilli glaze and wrapped in a soft tortilla with crisp veggies, creamy sauce, and fresh herbs. They’re quick, customizable, and ideal for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
Total Time: 20–25 minutes
Ingredients
For the Sweet Chilli Chicken
1–1.25 lbs boneless chicken breasts or thighs, sliced into strips
1 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup sweet chilli sauce
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp honey
1 tbsp lime juice
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Wraps
4 large flour tortillas
1 cup shredded lettuce
1 cup shredded carrots
1 cup sliced cucumber or bell peppers
½ red onion, thinly sliced
1 avocado, sliced
Creamy Garlic Mayo
¼ cup mayo or Greek yogurt
1 tsp lemon juice
1 small garlic clove, grated
Pinch of salt
Garnishes
Fresh cilantro
Extra sweet chilli sauce
Lime wedges
Instructions
1. Make the creamy garlic mayo
Mix mayo/yogurt with garlic, lemon juice, and salt.
Refrigerate until ready to use.
2. Cook the Sweet Chilli Chicken
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high.
Add chicken strips, season lightly with salt and pepper, and cook 4–5 minutes.
Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
Pour in sweet chilli sauce, soy sauce, honey, and lime juice.
Reduce heat and simmer 3–5 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
3. Warm the tortillas
Heat each tortilla in a dry pan for 10–15 seconds or microwave for 20 seconds to soften.
4. Assemble the Wraps
On each tortilla:
Spread a layer of garlic mayo.
Add lettuce, carrots, cucumbers/peppers, and red onion.
Add a generous scoop of sweet chilli chicken.
Add avocado slices if using.
Drizzle extra sweet chilli sauce.
Sprinkle cilantro.
Roll tightly like a burrito (fold bottom, tuck sides, roll forward).
5. Serve
Slice in half and serve with lime wedges or an extra dipping cup of sweet chilli sauce.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use store-bought grilled or rotisserie chicken?
Yes! Toss pre-cooked chicken in warmed sweet chilli sauce and continue as usual.
Can I make it spicy?
Add sriracha, chili flakes, or hot sauce to the sweet chilli mixture.
Can I make these healthier?
Use whole-wheat wraps and Greek yogurt instead of mayo.
Can I meal prep these?
Yes—store fillings separately and assemble just before eating to avoid sogginess.
Can I air fry the chicken?
Definitely. Air fry strips at 390°F (200°C) for 10–12 minutes, then toss in warmed sauce.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 420–520
Protein: 28–34 g
Carbohydrates: 45–55 g
Fat: 12–18 g
Fiber: 3–5 g
Sodium: ~780 mg