Poppy-Inspired Chicken Salad Wraps (Printable Page)

Fresh chicken with crisp greens, colorful veggies, and a tangy poppy dressing wrapped for easy enjoyment.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 10.5 oz)
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - ½ teaspoon salt
04 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ Salad Base

05 - 2 cups mixed baby greens (arugula, spinach, baby kale)
06 - 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
07 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
08 - ½ red bell pepper, thinly sliced
09 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced

→ Dressing

10 - 3 tablespoons Greek yogurt
11 - 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
12 - 1 tablespoon honey
13 - 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
14 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
15 - 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
16 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Assembly

17 - 4 large whole wheat wraps
18 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced
19 - ¼ cup fresh herbs (parsley, dill, or basil), chopped

# Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Coat chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Arrange on a baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes until cooked through. Rest for 5 minutes, then dice or shred.
02 - Combine mixed baby greens, shredded cabbage, julienned carrot, sliced red bell pepper, and green onions in a large bowl.
03 - Whisk Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, poppy seeds, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
04 - Add diced chicken to the salad mixture. Pour dressing over and toss gently to coat evenly.
05 - Lay wraps flat and evenly distribute the chicken salad mixture onto each. Top with sliced avocado and fresh herbs.
06 - Roll each wrap tightly and slice in half if preferred. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Vibrant and fresh flavors
  • High protein and nutrient-packed
02 -
  • Substitute rotisserie chicken for a quicker version
  • Swap Greek yogurt for plant-based yogurt for a dairy-free option
03 -
  • Make sure to let the chicken rest after roasting to keep it juicy
  • Use fresh herbs for the best flavor impact
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