High-Protein BBQ Chicken Wraps (Print View)

Juicy BBQ chicken breast wrapped in crisp lettuce with tangy, crunchy slaw for a healthy, satisfying meal.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 1.1 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
08 - 3 tablespoons sugar-free BBQ sauce

→ Slaw

09 - 2 cups shredded green cabbage
10 - 1 cup shredded red cabbage
11 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
12 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
13 - 2 tablespoons nonfat Greek yogurt
14 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
15 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
16 - 1/2 teaspoon honey (optional)
17 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Wraps

18 - 8 large butter lettuce leaves or romaine hearts

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a mixing bowl, combine chicken breast with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
02 - Place seasoned chicken on prepared baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove from oven and allow to rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.
03 - Toss sliced chicken with sugar-free BBQ sauce until thoroughly coated.
04 - While chicken bakes, whisk together nonfat Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey if using, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
05 - In a large bowl, combine shredded green cabbage, red cabbage, julienned carrot, and sliced green onions. Pour prepared dressing over vegetables and toss until evenly coated.
06 - Lay lettuce leaves flat on a work surface. Divide BBQ-coated chicken among the leaves and top each with a generous portion of slaw. Roll or fold lettuce leaves to enclose filling.
07 - Serve immediately or pack separately for meal prep, assembling just before consumption.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • High-protein and low-carb – perfect for weight management
  • Quick 35-minute preparation from start to finish
  • Satisfying BBQ flavor without the guilt
  • Versatile for meal prep or immediate enjoyment
  • Crisp textures and bold flavors in every bite
02 -
  • For meal prep, store the chicken, slaw, and lettuce separately to maintain freshness and crispness
  • If your lettuce leaves are small, double them up for extra stability when wrapping
  • Warm the chicken slightly before assembling for the best flavor contrast with the cold slaw
  • For extra crunch, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds or sliced almonds
  • Use a food processor with a slicing attachment for quick and uniform cabbage shredding
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