BBQ Chicken Pickle Slaw Wraps (Printable)

Barbecue chicken meets tangy pickle slaw tucked inside soft tortillas for a vibrant, easy-to-make main dish.

# Components:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 14 oz)
02 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
03 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
07 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
08 - 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (ensure dairy-free if required)

→ Pickle Slaw

09 - 2 cups shredded green cabbage
10 - 1/2 cup shredded carrots
11 - 1/2 cup dill pickles, thinly sliced
12 - 2 tablespoons pickle brine
13 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise or dairy-free alternative
14 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
15 - 1/2 teaspoon sugar
16 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ To Assemble

17 - 4 large flour tortillas or wraps (about 10 inches each)
18 - Fresh cilantro or parsley leaves, optional for garnish

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
02 - Combine smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Rub mixture evenly over both sides of chicken breasts.
03 - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken breasts for 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
04 - Transfer chicken to prepared tray, bake for 10–12 minutes or until fully cooked with an internal temperature of 165°F.
05 - Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes, slice thinly, and toss with BBQ sauce until well coated.
06 - While chicken is cooking, combine cabbage, carrots, pickles, pickle brine, mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Toss thoroughly to blend.
07 - Heat tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until soft and pliable.
08 - Lay tortillas flat, spread generous amount of pickle slaw, top with BBQ chicken, and sprinkle with fresh herbs if desired.
09 - Roll wraps tightly, cut in half if preferred, and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick to make and easily fits into a busy night
  • Bursting with bold barbecue and tangy pickle flavor
  • Customizable for most diets and easy to adapt gluten free
  • Leftovers stay fresh and taste even better the next day
  • The first bite always brings back memories of last summer's impromptu backyard picnics perfection for gatherings or solo lunches alike
02 -
  • High protein from chicken makes it filling
  • Pickle brine adds unexpected depth and keeps the slaw fresh
  • This recipe travels well for picnics or work lunches
03 -
  • Let the chicken fully rest before slicing for maximum juiciness
  • Double the slaw for standalone salads or topping burgers
  • Use parchment paper to help roll and pack wraps tightly without mess
  • Remember to taste and tweak your slaw sometimes a little extra brine or a pinch more sugar is all it takes to make it perfect
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