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Curried Chicken, Chickpea & Arugula Wraps

These Curried Chicken, Chickpea & Arugula Wraps are a flavorful and nutritious delight! Perfect for lunch or dinner, they’ll leave you craving more.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon vadouvan curry powder
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup drained canned chickpeas coarsely chopped
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon vadouvan curry powder or to taste
  • 4 large wrap tortillas
  • ½ cup cranberry sauce
  • 1 small cucumber cut into ¼-inch square strips
  • 1 medium bell pepper cored, seeded, and thinly sliced
  • ½ cup toasted almonds coarsely chopped
  • 2 cups baby arugula
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro coarsely chopped

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Spatula or tongs
  • Serving plates

Method
 

  1. Begin by heating the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon of vadouvan curry powder. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken to the skillet. Cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
  2. While the chicken is cooking, take a mixing bowl and add the coarsely chopped chickpeas, mayonnaise, and an additional teaspoon of vadouvan curry powder (adjust to taste). Mix until well combined. This creamy chickpea spread will add a rich texture to your wraps.
  3. On your cutting board, chop the cucumber into ¼-inch square strips and slice the bell pepper thinly. These fresh vegetables will add crunch and sweetness to your wraps.
  4. Lay out your tortillas on a flat surface. Spread a generous amount of the chickpea mixture across each wrap. Layer on the sliced chicken, cucumber strips, bell pepper slices, toasted almonds, baby arugula, and chopped cilantro.
  5. Carefully roll each tortilla, tucking in the sides as you go to keep all the fillings secure. Slice each wrap in half, and they are ready to serve! Pair with cranberry sauce for a touch of sweetness that complements the savory flavors beautifully.

Notes

  • If you can’t find vadouvan curry powder, feel free to substitute with a mild curry powder or a blend of cumin and coriander for a similar flavor profile.
  • The cranberry sauce adds a unique sweetness, but you can also use a fruit chutney or yogurt sauce to balance the spices.
  • These wraps are best enjoyed fresh, but you can store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.