Description
These Korean BBQ Chicken Wraps feature tender chicken thighs marinated and cooked in a sweet and savory Korean-inspired barbecue sauce, combined with crisp shredded cabbage, julienned carrot, fresh green onions, sesame seeds, and a creamy spicy mayo, all wrapped in soft flour tortillas. This meal is perfect for a quick lunch or a flavorful weeknight dinner with a balance of textures and bold flavors.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, sliced
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- ¼ cup Korean BBQ sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
Wraps
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Spicy Mayo
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
Instructions
- Make the sauce: In a bowl, whisk together Korean BBQ sauce, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated fresh ginger until well combined to create a flavorful marinade and glaze.
- Marinate the chicken: Toss the sliced chicken thighs with half of the prepared sauce, ensuring each piece is evenly coated for optimal flavor infusion.
- Cook the chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until fully cooked and nicely caramelized.
- Glaze the chicken: During the last 2 minutes of cooking, brush the remaining sauce over the chicken so it gets a glossy, sticky finish packed with sweet and savory notes.
- Prepare the spicy mayo: In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sriracha, and lime juice until smooth to create a creamy, spicy condiment for the wraps.
- Warm the tortillas: Heat the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until warm and pliable to make wrapping easier and enhance the flavor.
- Assemble the wraps: Lay out each tortilla and layer shredded cabbage, julienned carrot, cooked chicken, sliced green onions, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Drizzle with spicy mayo to taste.
- Roll and serve: Roll the tortillas tightly around the fillings, securing all ingredients inside, and serve the wraps immediately for best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Add kimchi to the wraps for an extra authentic Korean-inspired flavor punch.
- Serve the wraps alongside steamed rice or edamame for a complete, balanced meal.
- Leftover cooked chicken can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated for another meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean-Inspired
