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BBQ Chicken Coleslaw Wraps: Ultimate 5-Step Flavor Win


  • Author: Jacob Morgan
  • Total Time: 35
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

Juicy BBQ chicken paired with tangy, crisp coleslaw wrapped in soft tortillas ready in under 40 minutes! These BBQ Chicken Coleslaw Wraps are smoky, satisfying, and perfect for busy weeknights or casual weekend gatherings.


Ingredients

Scale

1 lb chicken thighs or breasts

1/2 cup BBQ sauce (non-alcoholic)

1 tsp smoked paprika

1 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp onion powder

1/2 tsp black pepper

1/2 tsp salt

2 tbsp olive oil

2 tbsp apple cider vinegar

1 tbsp honey or natural sweetener

3 cups fresh shredded cabbage (green and purple mix)

1 cup shredded carrots

46 large tortillas or flatbreads


Instructions

1. Trim excess fat from chicken, pat dry with paper towels, and lightly pound to even thickness if using breasts.

2. Combine smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt in a small bowl.

3. Rub spice mixture all over chicken, then coat generously with BBQ sauce. Let marinate for 15-30 minutes at room temperature.

4. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and honey. Toss with shredded cabbage and carrots to make coleslaw. Refrigerate until ready to use.

5. Bring marinated chicken to room temperature and pat dry if excess marinade has pooled.

6. Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat with a drizzle of olive oil.

7. Cook chicken 5-7 minutes per side without moving, until caramelized and cooked through.

8. Brush with additional BBQ sauce during the last 2-3 minutes of cooking.

9. Check internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) using a meat thermometer.

10. Remove chicken from heat and let rest for 5 minutes on a cutting board.

11. Slice chicken thinly against the grain.

12. Warm tortillas briefly in a dry pan or microwave.

13. Assemble wraps by placing sliced BBQ chicken and coleslaw in the center of each tortilla.

14. Fold and roll tortillas, then serve immediately.

Notes

Chicken thighs stay juicier than breasts but either works well.

Don’t skip the resting step—it keeps the chicken moist and tender.

Store cooked chicken and slaw separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days.

Cooked chicken freezes well for up to 3 months; make slaw fresh.

For a spicier version, add cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the marinade.

Make it keto-friendly by using sugar-free BBQ sauce and lettuce wraps instead of tortillas.

The coleslaw can be made a day ahead and actually improves as it marinates.

  • Prep Time: 20
  • Cook Time: 15
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1
  • Calories: 385
  • Sugar: 12
  • Sodium: 720
  • Fat: 14
  • Saturated Fat: 3
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 38
  • Fiber: 4
  • Protein: 28
  • Cholesterol: 95

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