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Brighten up your lunch break with this honey mustard chicken wrap. You’ll toss crunchy veggies and tender air-fried chicken into a soft tortilla, then give it a drizzle of quick homemade honey mustard. Every bite is loaded with flavor and texture. It’s a quick fix for busy schedules but always manages to feel a little unique.
This is my family’s summertime favorite for quick and filling lunches. My kids never complained about eating radishes or cherry tomatoes again after this one, so it got a permanent spot in our lunch plans.
Tasty Ingredients
- Whole wheat tortillas: grab soft flexible ones to keep everything wrapped up and enjoy their hearty flavor
- Air fried chicken tenders: fast cooking and always juicy, go for fresh chicken breast for best bite
- Shredded cheddar cheese: sharp cheese wakes up the wrap, and if you warm things, it melts just right; block cheese keeps it fresher
- Plain Greek yogurt: packs in protein, keeps the sauce creamy, and feels lighter than straight mayo
- Grainy dijon mustard: the little seeds add a pop and you get that signature tangy kick
- Mayonnaise: gives richness to the sauce, just enough to round out the flavors
- Bagged coleslaw mix: easy shortcut with cabbage for crunch and stays fresh even when wrapped up
- Pickles: chop them up for a lively, tangy punch—dill pickles taste great here
- Radishes: slice them super thin for gentle heat and some color, look for firm ones
- Lettuce: slice it up to keep the wrap cool and crisp—romaine or iceberg are crunchy options
- Cherry tomatoes: go for shiny, firm ones, slice them up for juicy bursts of sweet flavor
- Honey: grab real honey for pure sweetness in your sauce
- White vinegar: adds a gentle tang and balances out the dressing
Easy Steps
- Roll Your Wraps:
- With your tortilla laid out, scoop half the veggie mix in the middle. Pop on two strips of chicken. Sprinkle over shredded cheddar. Give it a drizzle of the leftover honey mustard.
- Mix Up the Veggies:
- Grab a big bowl and stir together coleslaw mix, lettuce, diced pickles, radishes, and sliced cherry tomatoes. Pour about three-quarters of your honey mustard sauce over and toss gently until coated. Save the rest for your wraps.
- Make Chicken Tenders:
- If you're cooking chicken yourself, prep your chicken breasts using your favorite air frying style (just skip any spicy sauces). After air frying, let them cool off a bit, then slice into strips—perfect for wrapping up.
- Stir Together the Honey Mustard:
- In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, mayo, grainy mustard, honey, and white vinegar. Whisk until it's all creamy. Taste and tweak with more honey or vinegar if you want.
- Seal the Deal:
- Fold in your tortilla sides, roll it up tight starting from the bottom edge, and keep everything tucked inside. If you want it warm, set it, seam side down, in a dry skillet for another minute or two.
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This was our top pick for summer days at the park. Sweet-tangy honey mustard and crunchy pickles make it totally craveable. When the wraps hit the table, even picky eaters get excited.
How to Store
Wraps taste best fresh but you can keep them overnight in the fridge if you wrap them really well in foil or plastic. If you want to prep ahead, pack the chicken and veggie mix apart from the tortillas so nothing gets soggy. Build your wrap right before eating, and any extra sauce will last in the fridge (in a jar) for about a week.
Swapping Ingredients
No coleslaw mix? Just shred up cabbage and carrots. Not a fan of pickles? Thin cucumber slices work too. Swap whole wheat tortillas for spinach tortillas or tomato ones if you like. For dairy-free sauce, stick to mayo and leave out the yogurt. Got no chicken tenders? Some store rotisserie chicken strips make the job quicker.
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Serving Tips
Make it a meal with sweet potato fries or grab a crisp apple on the side. A green salad with some herbs is tasty too. For picnics, slice the wraps in half and pack them tight in containers. Toss in extra sauce for dipping if you want more kick.
Quick Background
This chicken wrap idea started popping up at American delis and diners when everyone wanted grab-and-go meals loaded with protein. The combo of zippy sweet honey mustard and crunchy veggies grabbed people’s attention. This version uses an air fryer and Greek yogurt for a lighter feel.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I use store-bought chicken tenders?
Sure thing! Just grab some already-cooked chicken tenders and skip making them at home. You don't need to use any buffalo sauce — just follow the rest of the steps like normal.
- → Is it possible to make the honey mustard sauce in advance?
Definitely! Whip up your sauce a few days early, pop it in a covered container, and stash it in the fridge till you want it.
- → What other vegetables can I add?
Cucumbers, bell peppers, and some fresh red onion slices would go great for extra crunch.
- → Can I use a different cheese?
Go for it. Mozzarella, Monterey Jack, or whatever cheese you love that melts nicely will work fine.
- → How do I prevent the wrap from getting soggy?
Keep your veggies dry and only pour on the sauce right before you wrap things up so everything stays nice and crisp.
- → Are these wraps good for meal prep?
You bet! Get all the parts ready the day before, then throw it together right when you're hungry. That way it stays fresh and tasty.