🌯 BBQ Chicken Coleslaw Wraps
A Delicious & Easy Meal
📝 Description
BBQ Chicken Coleslaw Wraps are the perfect mix of smoky, sweet, and crunchy. Juicy shredded chicken coated in rich BBQ sauce is paired with fresh, creamy coleslaw and wrapped in a soft tortilla. This recipe is quick, satisfying, and great for lunch, dinner, or even a casual get-together.
🛒 Ingredients
For the BBQ Chicken:
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (grilled or rotisserie)
- ½ cup BBQ sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- Salt & pepper to taste
For the Coleslaw:
- 2 cups shredded cabbage (green or mixed)
- 1 carrot (grated)
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp vinegar (apple cider preferred)
- 1 tsp sugar or honey
- Salt & pepper to taste
For Assembling:
- 4 large tortillas or wraps
- Fresh lettuce leaves (optional)
- Sliced pickles or onions (optional)
👨🍳 Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken
- Heat olive oil in a pan.
- Add shredded chicken, BBQ sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cook for 4–5 minutes until heated through and well coated.
- Make the Coleslaw
- In a bowl, mix cabbage and carrot.
- Add mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper.
- Toss well and chill for 10 minutes.
- Assemble the Wraps
- Warm tortillas slightly.
- Add a layer of BBQ chicken.
- Top with coleslaw and optional toppings.
- Roll tightly into wraps.
- Serve
- Slice in half and enjoy fresh!
❓ Q&A
Q1: Can I use leftover chicken?
Yes! Leftover roasted or grilled chicken works perfectly and saves time.
Q2: Can I make it healthier?
Swap mayonnaise with Greek yogurt and use whole wheat wraps.
Q3: What BBQ sauce works best?
Any—smoky, spicy, or sweet depending on your taste.
Q4: Can I make it ahead?
Prepare chicken and slaw separately, but assemble just before serving to keep wraps fresh.
Q5: Can I make it spicy?
Add chili flakes, hot sauce, or jalapeños for extra heat.