Description
This Jamaican Jerk Chicken Wrap combines smoky, spicy jerk-seasoned chicken with crisp veggies and creamy toppings, all wrapped in a soft tortilla. It’s the perfect balance of heat, sweetness, and tang—ideal for a quick lunch, healthy dinner, or meal prep!
Ingredients
For the Jerk Chicken Marinade:
- 2 tablespoons allspice (pimento)
- 3 Scotch bonnet peppers (or 2 habaneros for milder heat)
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 thumb-sized piece fresh ginger
- 6 green onions (scallions)
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (or honey)
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or coconut aminos for gluten-free)
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
For the Wrap:
- 4 large whole wheat tortillas (or gluten-free/low-carb wraps)
- 1 cup shredded romaine lettuce
- ½ cup julienned carrots
- ½ cup red cabbage slaw
- ½ cup pineapple chunks (optional)
- 1 avocado, sliced
- ¼ cup mango salsa or jerk BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt (optional for extra creaminess)
Instructions
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Make the Marinade:
In a blender or food processor, combine all marinade ingredients until smooth. -
Marinate the Chicken:
Place chicken in a resealable bag or bowl, pour the marinade over, and mix well. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. -
Cook the Chicken:
Preheat a grill (or stovetop grill pan) to medium heat. Grill chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until it reaches an internal temp of 165°F (75°C).
Rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips. -
Assemble the Wraps:
- Warm tortillas in a dry pan or microwave until pliable.
- Layer with lettuce, carrots, red cabbage slaw, pineapple chunks, and avocado.
- Add sliced jerk chicken.
- Top with mango salsa and a drizzle of Greek yogurt or jerk BBQ sauce.
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Wrap & Serve:
Roll the tortilla, tucking in the sides. Slice in half and serve!
Notes
- Substitute Scotch bonnet peppers with habaneros if necessary, but the flavor may vary.
- Use lettuce leaves instead of tortillas for a low-carb version.
- Great for meal prep: Cook chicken ahead and assemble wraps as needed.
- Adjust the heat level by using fewer peppers or removing seeds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling (or Pan-Grill)
- Cuisine: Jamaican / Caribbean
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