Easy Cashew Chicken Wraps
These crunchy and savory wraps are a family favorite for busy weeknights.
dailyrecipesbook.comCashew chicken wraps are one of my favorite go to meals when I want something fresh and satisfying. They combine tender bites of chicken with a creamy sauce and plenty of satisfying crunch from the nuts and fresh vegetables.
I love making these because they come together so quickly. If you want to save even more time, you can chop your vegetables and cook the chicken a day before you plan to serve them.
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into small pieces
- 1/2 cup raw cashews
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 4 large lettuce leaves, such as butter or romaine
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
- 1
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- 2
Add the chicken pieces and cook until they are browned and cooked through, which takes about 6 to 8 minutes.
- 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, mayonnaise, and lime juice to make the sauce.
- 4
Toss the cooked chicken with the sauce and the raw cashews in the skillet until everything is well coated.
- 5
Lay the lettuce leaves out on a flat surface.
- 6
Divide the chicken mixture among the leaves and top with the shredded carrots and diced cucumber.
- 7
Fold the edges of the lettuce leaves up to create a wrap and serve immediately.
๐ก Tips
Store the chicken mixture in a sealed container in the fridge for up to three days. Keep your lettuce leaves separate and crisp them up in cold water right before serving so your wraps stay crunchy.
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