Vegan Chicken Wraps

⭐️ Why You Should Try It

• Simple to prepare and assemble. These wraps come together in about 20 minutes, from start to finish. If you are in a hurry or don’t feel like spending hours in the kitchen, you will love this recipe!
• Portable and filling. One of the best features of these wraps is that they are portable, meaning you can bring them for work lunches. Plus, they do not require reheating as these are best enjoyed chilled or at room temperature.
• Full of flavor and texture. Meaty and tender vegan chicken, garlicky cream cheese, fresh and crisp lettuce, and crunchy fried onions create an unbeatable combination of texture and flavor. I personally can’t get enough of these wraps!

🌯 Ingredient Notes

Here is what you will need to prepare these delicious chicken wraps:

• Vegan chicken – I highly recommend using homemade vegan chicken, but store-bought vegan chicken like Tofurky Chick’n will work, too.
• Smoked paprika – Smoked paprika brings a smoky and woodsy aroma that truly elevates the flavor of the vegan chicken.
• Soy sauce – For saltiness and umami.
• Maple syrup – To balance with the saltiness and smokiness. Feel free to use agave syrup if you don’t have maple syrup.
• Cream cheese – You can use homemade vegan cream cheese or store-bought vegan cream cheese to save time. If using the homemade one, ensure you generously season it with salt and pepper.
• Garlic – To infuse the cream cheese with a pungent and garlicky flavor. Fresh garlic works best. I do not recommend using dried garlic.
• Avocado – For richness, creaminess, and to add healthy fats.
• Lettuce – For freshness and crunchiness. You can use Batavia, Romaine, or even kale.
• Fried onions – Fried onions or shallots add an extra layer of texture and a hint of sweetness.
• Chili sauce – Optional, add a drizzle of chili sauce like sriracha for some heat.
• Wraps – Finally, you will need wraps. You can use flour tortillas or corn tortillas.

🥣 How to Make It

Make the cream cheese

1. Make the cream cheese. Start by preparing the cream cheese by following my vegan cream cheese recipe. If you are in a hurry, omit the fermenting step and add 1/2 teaspoon of white vinegar. Alternatively, you can use store-bought vegan cream cheese to save time.
2. Season the cream cheese. Add the vegan cream cheese to a bowl. Stir in the minced garlic and a sprinkle of your favorite fresh herbs. I went with chopped chives, but you can use parsley, cilantro, or scallions. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Cook the vegan chicken

1. Shred the chicken. Using your hands, shred the vegan chicken into thick strips. Transfer them to a bowl.
2. Season it. Add the soy sauce, maple syrup, oil, smoked paprika, and ground black pepper. Toss to coat the vegan chicken with the marinade.
3. Let it marinate. Cover with plastic wrap and let the chicken marinate for at least 10 minutes or up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
4. Bake or air fry. Bake the chicken strips for 7-8 minutes in a 350°F (175°C) preheated oven or air fryer. The chicken should be slightly crispy on the edges while still tender on the inside.

Assemble

1. Spread the vegan cream cheese. Lay a wrap on a plate and spread about 1/4 cup of the cream cream cheese on top.
2. Top with the lettuce. Arrange a few leaves of lettuce on top of the cream cheese.

3. Add the sliced avocado and vegan chicken. Top with the avocado slices and a few strips of vegan chicken.
4. Garnish. At this point, you can garnish the wraps with a drizzle of chili sauce, a sprinkle of crispy fried onions, and your favorite fresh herbs.

5. Roll. Finally, roll the wrap tightly. If you plan to enjoy the wraps on the go, wrap them like a burrito to prevent the filling from escaping on the sides.

🥬 Variations

While I tried to keep these wraps simple, you can easily customize them to your liking and add extra ingredients like:

• Vegetables: Sliced cucumber, shredded carrots, or cabbage for extra crunch.
• Vegan cheese: Add thinly sliced smoked vegan cheese or camembert for cheesiness and creaminess.
• Pickles: For a kick of tanginess, do not hesitate to include some spicy cucumber pickles or pickled carrot and daikon.

I hope you will give these chicken wraps a try! They are satisfying, creamy, high-protein, and so nutritious! This is definitely my favorite wrap recipe!

🍗 More Vegan Chicken Recipes

Vegan Chicken Cucumber Salad

The Best Vegan Chicken

Vegan Chicken Nuggets (So Crispy!)

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