These Cashew Chicken Wraps are packed with protein, veggies, and a sweet, tangy sauce—perfect for a quick, delicious meal everyone will love!

Image of the Cashew Chicken Wraps stacked on top of each other

My New Favorite Lunch!

Cashew Chicken Wraps have become my go-to lunch option and I just can’t get enough of them! I’ve started making a large batch every Monday and have been enjoying it for lunch almost every day during the week.

Packed with flavor and nutrition, this meal is the perfect balance of protein and veggies, making it both filling and satisfying. If you’re looking for a quick and easy lunch option that won’t disappoint, give these cashew chicken wraps a try!

Ingredient shot of all the ingredients used in this recipe

Sauce Ingredients

  • We recommend using Hellman’s or Best Foods mayonnaise for its robust flavor that isn’t overly sweet. Use full-fat to keep the sauce from becoming watery.
  • As for the Dijon mustard, we prefer Grey Poupon for its flavor and thickness. Be sure to use Dijon and not yellow mustard, as the flavor difference is significant.
  • To balance the sauce and add a subtle tang, we suggest using rice vinegar. If you come across a label that says rice wine vinegar, don’t worry – it’s the same thing.
  • Lastly, when adding honey to the sauce, we prefer a slightly sweeter taste, but if you’re worried about it being too sweet, add it slowly and to taste.

Quick Tip

We’ve used several trademarked brand-name products in this recipe: Hellman’s, Best Foods, and Grey Poupon. We use these terms because they’re easily recognized and easy to visualize. We respect proprietary trademarks and encourage you to do the same!

Process shot of Cashew Chicken Wraps-- images of the dressing used in these wraps

The Cashew Chicken Wraps Filling

  • Cooked chicken: We recommend using one pound of raw chicken that has been seasoned and cooked before being chopped or shredded for the filling. You can either pick up some rotisserie chicken at the store or try our favorite baked chicken breast recipe link in the notes of the recipe card.
  • Purple/red cabbage: The cabbage adds such a great crisp and refreshing crunch. If you prefer, grab already shredded (green) cabbage instead.
  • Matchstick carrots: We use matchstick carrots to make prep easier, but if you have whole carrots, simply shred them on the large holes of a cheese grater instead.
  • Snap peas: If you aren’t a fan, use edamame instead.
  • Red bell pepper: We use about half of one pepper in this recipe. Save the rest and dice it up to add to a salad, Chicken Stir-Fry, or soup later.
  • Cashews: We prefer to use dry-roasted and lightly salted cashews. They deliver more flavor without any extra effort on your part!
Process shots-- images of the chicken shredded and all the veggies, cashews, and sauce being added to the bowl

Optional Ingredients

  • Avocado: For a nice, creamy texture in your wraps, use a ripe avocado. Make sure your avocado is ripe for maximum creaminess.
  • Cilantro: Add a burst of freshness to your wraps by throwing in a handful of cilantro before rolling them up tightly. If you’re not fond of cilantro, try adding fresh lime juice instead.
  • Wonton strips: Look for wonton strips near salad toppings like croutons or tortilla strips. These thin, crispy noodles are fried or baked until golden brown and add a satisfying crunch and flavor to your wraps.

Process shots of Cashew Chicken Wraps-- images of the tortilla, lettuce, and avocado filling all being added to the tortilla

Storage

Storing Cashew Chicken Wraps (Meal Prep!)

Store tortillas in their packaging or wrap them in foil or plastic. Wrap lettuce in a dry paper towel and slide it into a resealable bag/container. Keep filling and toppings in separate containers to avoid sogginess later.

Image of the lunch ready to be served

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Cashew Chicken Wraps

These Cashew Chicken Wraps are delicious and loaded with protein and veggies! Made with seasoned chicken, crunchy vegetables, and cashews in a sweet and tangy sauce, they’re topped with wonton strips for extra crunch.
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 8 wraps

Equipment

  • Large bowl

Ingredients 
 

Sauce

Wrap Filling

  • 4 cups cooked chicken chopped or shredded, see note 1
  • 3/4 cup finely shredded red cabbage
  • 1 cup matchstick carrots
  • 3/4 cup thinly sliced snap peas
  • 3/4 cup thinly sliced red pepper
  • 1/2 cup coarsely chopped, lightly salted cashews

Assembly

  • 1 large avocado thinly sliced
  • 1 head romaine lettuce or green leaf lettuce
  • 8 medium flour tortillas
  • Toppings as desired see note 2

Instructions 

  • Use a whisk to briskly mix all of the sauce ingredients together. Refrigerate until ready to use. If you're a sauce lover, double this to have some for dipping!
  • In a large bowl combine all of the wrap filling ingredients. Drizzle on about 1/3 cup of the sauce and toss with tongs.
  • Lay one romaine leaf on each tortilla, top with thinly sliced avocado, and finish with a big scoop of the filling mixture. Add a small handful of the optional cilantro, a squeeze of lime, and a big handful of wonton strips. Tightly roll up the wrap.
  • Cut wrap in half and enjoy dunking in leftover sauce!

Recipe Notes

Note 1: This recipe uses about one pound of raw chicken breasts. Use our favorite baked chicken breast recipe or blackened chicken to cook up the chicken then dice or shred for these wraps. You can also use prepared rotisserie chicken from the store.
Note 2: I love to top these wraps with fresh cilantro, lime juice, and wonton strips. Look for wonton strips near salad toppings like croutons and tortilla strips. These thin, crispy noodles are fried or baked until golden brown and add a satisfying crunch and flavor to your wraps.
Storage: To store wraps properly, keep tortillas and lettuce separate from the filling and toppings. Assemble them as needed and use the filling within 3–4 days. For meal prep, store tortillas in their packaging or wrapped in foil/plastic, and keep lettuce in a dry paper towel inside a resealable bag. Store the filling and toppings in separate containers and remember to toss the filling well before assembling new wraps!
 

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 414kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 63mg | Sodium: 419mg | Potassium: 698mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 10090IU | Vitamin C: 32mg | Calcium: 102mg | Iron: 4mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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4 Comments

  1. Ashley says:

    5 stars
    So delicious!

    1. Chelsea says:

      So thrilled you enjoyed these cashew chicken wraps! Thanks Ashley!

  2. Lisa says:

    5 stars
    This is a fantastic recipe. My new favorite!
    Thank you!

    1. Chelsea says:

      I am so happy to hear this! Thanks Lisa! ๐Ÿ™‚