Candy Cane Crunch Chicken Wrap

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This wrap combines tender, crispy chicken strips with a medley of fresh vegetables including cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, cucumber, and spinach. A unique touch of crushed peppermint candy canes adds a festive hint of minty sweetness, balanced by a creamy yogurt-based dressing with honey, lemon, and Dijon mustard. Wrapped in warm tortillas, it's an easy, colorful dish perfect for a quick, flavorful meal with a bright holiday twist.

Updated on Fri, 28 Nov 2025 16:14:00 GMT
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A festive and colorful wrap featuring crispy chicken, fresh vegetables, and a hint of peppermint crunch for a unique holiday twist.

Ingredients

  • Chicken: 2 medium boneless skinless chicken breasts, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 2 large eggs, 1 cup panko breadcrumbs, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, 2 tbsp vegetable oil for frying
  • Veggie Filling: 1 cup shredded red cabbage, 1 cup shredded carrots, 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced, 1/2 cucumber julienned, 2 cups baby spinach leaves
  • Candy Cane Crunch: 2 standard peppermint candy canes crushed (about 3 tbsp)
  • Yogurt Dressing: 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, pinch of salt and pepper
  • Assembly: 4 large flour tortillas or wraps

Instructions

Prepare the Chicken:
Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips. Set up three bowls one with flour one with beaten eggs and one with panko mixed with garlic powder paprika salt and pepper. Dredge chicken strips first in flour then egg then panko mixture. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry chicken strips for 3 4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
Prepare the Dressing:
In a small bowl whisk together Greek yogurt honey lemon juice Dijon mustard salt and pepper.
Assemble the Wraps:
Warm tortillas slightly for pliability. Lay out each tortilla and spread with a generous spoonful of yogurt dressing. Layer with spinach cabbage carrots bell pepper and cucumber. Top with warm crispy chicken strips. Sprinkle about 2 teaspoons of crushed peppermint candy cane over the chicken for a festive crunch.
Final Step:
Roll up each wrap tightly cut in half and serve immediately.
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A delicious wrap perfect for holiday gatherings and quick meals.

Recipe FAQs

How do I make the chicken crispy?

Coat chicken strips in flour, then egg, and finally a seasoned panko breadcrumb mixture before frying in hot oil until golden and cooked through.

What type of candy canes should I use for the crunch?

Use standard peppermint candy canes, crushed finely to distribute a subtle minty flavor without overwhelming other ingredients.

Can I substitute the vegetables in the filling?

Yes, feel free to swap the cabbage, carrots, or cucumber for other crunchy vegetables like radishes or jicama for extra texture.

How is the dressing made?

The dressing combines Greek yogurt, honey, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper, whisked until smooth for a tangy and creamy complement.

What’s the best way to assemble the wrap for easy eating?

Warm the tortillas for pliability, layer the ingredients evenly, then roll tightly and cut in half to hold all fillings securely.

Candy Cane Crunch Chicken Wrap

A vibrant wrap featuring crispy chicken, fresh vegetables, and a hint of peppermint crunch.

Time to prep
20 min
Time to cook
15 min
Overall time
35 min
Created by Naomi Carter


Skill level Easy

Cuisine Fusion

Makes 4 Portions

Dietary notes None specified

What you need

Chicken

01 2 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
03 2 large eggs, beaten
04 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
05 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
06 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
07 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
09 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for frying

Vegetable Filling

01 1 cup shredded red cabbage
02 1 cup shredded carrots
03 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
04 1/2 cucumber, julienned
05 2 cups baby spinach leaves

Candy Cane Crunch

01 2 peppermint candy canes, crushed (about 3 tablespoons)

Yogurt Dressing

01 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
02 1 tablespoon honey
03 1 tablespoon lemon juice
04 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
05 Pinch of salt and black pepper

Assembly

01 4 large flour tortillas

Directions

Step 01

Prepare Chicken Strips: Slice chicken breasts into thin strips. Arrange three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko mixed with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Dredge chicken strips sequentially in flour, eggs, then panko mixture. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry chicken strips for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.

Step 02

Make Yogurt Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, honey, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.

Step 03

Assemble Wraps: Warm the flour tortillas for pliability. Spread each with a generous spoonful of yogurt dressing. Layer with baby spinach, shredded red cabbage, shredded carrots, red bell pepper slices, and julienned cucumber. Top with warm crispy chicken strips and sprinkle approximately 2 teaspoons of crushed peppermint candy cane over the chicken for a festive crunch.

Step 04

Serve: Roll up each tortilla tightly, cut in half, and serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

Tools needed

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Skillet
  • Tongs
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Rolling pin or mallet (optional, for crushing candy canes)

Allergens

Review ingredients for allergies and speak with your healthcare provider if you're unsure.
  • Contains wheat (flour, tortillas, panko), eggs, and milk (Greek yogurt). Verify candy cane and panko labels for potential traces of nuts or soy.

Nutrition details (each serving)

This info is a reference and doesn’t replace advice from your doctor.
  • Energy: 410
  • Lipids: 12 g
  • Carbohydrates: 52 g
  • Proteins: 27 g