Peri Peri chicken wraps are a delicious and easy-to-make recipe that’s perfect for lunch or dinner.
The wraps are filled with juicy and spicy peri peri chicken, fresh vegetables, and a mayo.
Amber’s Expert Tips for the Perfect Peri Peri Wrap
“After years of recreating restaurant-style recipes at home, I’ve found that the secret to a great Peri Peri wrap isn’t just the spice—it’s the balance of acidity and the ‘Bhuna’ technique.”
1. The “Restaurant-Style” Secret
Most restaurants use a high-flame sear to lock in juices. When cooking your marinated chicken, avoid overcrowding the pan. Cook in small batches on medium-high heat until the edges are slightly charred. This provides that smoky depth that mimics a professional grill.
2. The Sauce “Mellowing” Trick
Peri Peri sauce can sometimes be too sharp or acidic. Since I started my blog in 2014, I’ve learned that mixing your Peri Peri sauce with a tablespoon of Greek yogurt or heavy cream before marinating creates a much more “velvety” mouthfeel without losing the heat.
3. Avoiding the “Soggy Wrap”
To keep the tortilla firm, always apply a thin layer of mayonnaise or butter to the wrap before adding the salad. This creates a fat-based barrier that prevents the juices from the chicken and vegetables from soaking into the bread.
Also Try: Steam Chicken, Fajita Rolls
Peri Peri Chicken Wraps
Author: Home Chef
Prep time: 30 mins
Cook time: 25 mins
Total time: 55 mins
Serves: 4
Ingredients
- Chicken boneless 250g
- Peri Peri Sauce 4 tbsp
- Oil 2 tsp
- Tortilla Wraps 4
- Mayonnaise 4 tbsp
- Ketchup 1 tsp
- Hot chili sauce 1 tsp
- Mix vegetable salad as required
Instructions
- Marinade chicken with peri-peri sauce for 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a pan and cook chicken until tender. Add water if required.
- Mix mayonnaise, ketchup, and hot chili sauce to make a sauce.
- Warm tortilla, add some sauce, then chicken and salad; wrap it and serve.
