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Crispy Honey Mustard Chicken Wraps

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These crispy honey mustard chicken wraps are a quick and easy meal prep lunchbox recipe featuring crunchy chicken strips coated with panko and cornflakes, paired with a tangy honey mustard sauce and fresh veggies.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb / 450 g), sliced into strips
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup crushed cornflakes
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (can substitute with gluten-free flour)
  • 2 large eggs, beaten (room temperature)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
  • Cooking oil (vegetable or canola) for frying
  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp mayonnaise (use dairy-free if needed)
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • Salt, to taste
  • 4 large flour tortillas or whole wheat wraps
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce (romaine or iceberg)
  • 1 medium tomato, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or your favorite cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Slice the chicken breasts into strips about 1-inch wide and 3 inches long. Pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Set up breading stations: mix flour with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika in one dish; beat eggs in a second dish; combine panko breadcrumbs and crushed cornflakes in a third dish.
  3. Dredge each chicken strip in the flour mixture, shake off excess, dip in beaten eggs, then coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture. Press gently to adhere. Set aside.
  4. Heat about 1/4 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking (about 350°F / 175°C).
  5. Fry chicken strips in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C). Flip gently with tongs.
  6. Transfer fried chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Let cool slightly.
  7. Whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Adjust sweetness or tanginess to taste.
  8. Lay out tortillas, spread a spoonful of honey mustard sauce on each, layer with shredded lettuce, tomato slices, crispy chicken strips, and cheese if using. Drizzle more sauce on top and roll tightly.
  9. Wrap each tightly in parchment or wax paper for transport. Slice diagonally if eating immediately.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before breading to ensure crispiness. Use a mix of panko and cornflakes for extra crunch. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding and maintain oil temperature. Let chicken cool on paper towels to prevent sogginess. Store sauce separately if prepping ahead. Reheat in toaster oven or skillet to keep coating crispy; avoid microwave.

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