Description

These BBQ Chicken Coleslaw Wraps are a quick, flavorful meal perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep. Smoky BBQ chicken pairs perfectly with creamy, tangy coleslaw, all wrapped in a soft tortilla for a satisfying bite. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Use leftover or rotisserie chicken to save time, or cook it fresh for even more flavor. Whether you’re making them for a backyard picnic or packing lunch for the week, these wraps deliver comfort and crunch in every bite.

Ingredients

Scale

¼ cup (50 mL) apple cider vinegar
2 tbsp (30 mL) Smoky Barbecue Rub
2 tbsp (30 mL) brown sugar
1 tsp (5 mL) Dijon mustard

1 small red onion
1½ lbs. (700 g) chicken tenderloins
¼ head cabbage (8 oz./250 g)
1 medium carrot, peeled
1 medium Granny Smith apple
¼ cup (50 mL) light mayonnaise
1 tbsp (15 mL) lemon juice
½ tsp (2 mL) black pepper
8 10″ (25-cm) flour tortillas

Instructions

Combine all the marinade ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
Slice the onion into a medium mixing bowl. Add the chicken and 2 tbsp (30 mL) of the marinade and toss to coat.
Heat the Nonstick Double Burner Grill and Grill Press over medium heat for 3–5 minutes. Add the chicken to one side of the pan and the onion to the other side. Cover the chicken with the grill press and cook for 6–8 minutes, turning the chicken once and stirring the onions occasionally.
Meanwhile, slice the cabbage to measure 3 cups (750 mL). Grate the carrot and apple.
Add the cabbage, carrot, and apple to the remaining marinade and stir to coat. In a separate small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, lemon juice, and pepper.
To assemble the wraps, spread 2 tsp (10 mL) of the mayonnaise mixture onto each tortilla and top with about 1/4 cup (50 mL) of the coleslaw and 1–2 chicken tenders.

Notes

Make it ahead: Store chicken and coleslaw separately and assemble wraps just before eating to keep them from getting soggy.
Protein options: Swap chicken for pulled pork, tofu, or jackfruit to suit your diet.
Spice level: Adjust the BBQ sauce or add sliced jalapeños for heat.
Wrap alternatives: Use lettuce leaves for a low-carb or gluten-free version.
Meal prep tip: These wraps store well unassembled for up to 4 days. Keep tortillas wrapped and ingredients in airtight containers.
Coleslaw tip: Let slaw sit for at least 15 minutes before using to blend the flavors and soften the cabbage.