Bursting with bold, zesty flavors, these Chicken Wraps with Nam Jihm Dressing are a perfect fusion of savory and refreshing Asian-inspired ingredients, all wrapped up in a soft tortilla. Marinated chicken strips, seasoned with garlic, cumin, and pepper, are cooked to golden perfection and paired with vibrant fillings like shredded red cabbage, crisp carrots, and cucumber. The real star is the Nam Jihm dressingβa tangy, sweet, and spicy sauce made with lime juice, fish sauce, chili flakes, and fresh garlic, tying the flavors together beautifully. Garnished with fresh cilantro, cooling mint, and optional crunchy peanuts, these wraps are quick to assemble and perfect for a light lunch or dinner. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is a flavorful, healthy option that will transport your taste buds straight to Southeast Asia!
Slice the chicken breast into thin strips, ensuring even thickness for cooking.
In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken strips and toss to coat evenly. Set aside to marinate for 10 minutes.
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the marinated chicken strips for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are fully cooked and golden brown. Remove from heat and let them rest.
Meanwhile, finely shred the red cabbage, grate the carrot, and thinly slice the cucumber. Set aside.
To prepare the Nam Jihm dressing, finely mince the garlic clove. In a small bowl, mix lime juice, fish sauce, granulated sugar, chili flakes, and the minced garlic until the sugar dissolves. Adjust the seasoning to taste if needed.
Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for a few seconds until pliable.
To assemble the wraps, lay a tortilla on a flat surface. Place a handful of red cabbage, carrot, and cucumber along the center. Add several pieces of the cooked chicken on top.
Drizzle the Nam Jihm dressing generously over the filling, then sprinkle with fresh cilantro, mint leaves, and peanuts if using.
Fold the sides of the tortilla inwards and roll tightly into a wrap. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
Serve immediately with extra Nam Jihm dressing on the side for dipping.
Calories |
2072 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 87.6 g | 112% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.5 g | 108% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 430 mg | 143% | |
| Sodium | 8049 mg | 350% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 167.2 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.2 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.0 g | ||
| Protein | 178.6 g | 357% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 688 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 2967 mg | 63% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.