Thai Chicken Tortilla Bites

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By Nancy

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15/8/2011

by Nancy on August 15, 2011

A few weeks ago, we went out after a game with some friends to the local CPK (a.k.a. California Pizza Kitchen). The kids of course all ordered pizzas but the grown ups opted for a variety of small plates and salads.  One of the things we tried  were the “spring rolls” – flour tortillas stuffed with chicken, carrots, scallions and a kicky peanut sauce  rolled into cylinders and then cooked in the pizza oven.

They were pretty good – but it was the concept that captured my attention. I loved the contrast of the  warm, crispy tortilla and the  crunchy vegetables and my mind instantly starting dreaming up different flavor combinations.   Since then, I’ve been experimenting with the  concept – and am pleased to say that they worked – no pizza oven required! Since they now have their FSA (a.k.a Family Seal of Approval) and I am happy to share them with you!!

These make a great snack, appetizer,  lunch or even dinner when paired with a large salad.

See something new – yup, the recipe formatting is new!! Not only can you print out just the recipe but you can also add the recipe to your own recipe box! Pretty cool, huh? If you’d like more information on how the recipe box works, check out Ziplist for details! Oh, and one last thing – like everything else offered here at the Table, this is absolutely free!!!

Thai Chicken Tortilla Bites

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 8 minutes

38 minutes

Yield: 4 servings

Serving Size: 1 tortilla roll

I used thinly sliced grilled chicken breast in these but if you have extra roasted chicken that would work well too. The beauty of this recipe is that it is perfect for leftover chicken. If you don't like peanut sauce, these would also be good brushed with hoisin sauce.

Ingredients

  • 4 - 8 inch flour tortillas
  • 1/2 cup peanut sauce - I like House of Tsang
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 8 oz. cooked chicken (shredded or sliced)
  • 2 cups thinly sliced cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 2 scallions, sliced
  • 2 Tbsp. chopped cilantro
  • extra peanut sauce for dipping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pre heat a non stick griddle over medium high heat.
  2. Lay tortillas on a flat surface. Brush the tortillas with the peanut sauce to about 1/2 inch from the edge.
  3. Sprinkle the mozzarella over the peanut sauce, dividing equally among the 4 tortillas.
  4. Place the cabbage on top of the cheese, towards the bottom of the tortilla in a thin strip. Don't scatter the cabbage over the entire surface of the tortilla.
  5. Place some of the shredded carrots on top of the cabbage.
  6. Sprinkle with some of the scallions and cilantro and top with some of the chicken.
  7. Roll the tortilla up jelly roll style.
  8. Place the tortillas seam side down on the griddle. Grill until the tortilla is toasted brown on the bottom. Turn the tortillas and continue to grill until the torillas are golden brown.
  9. Remove tortilla rolls from the griddle and let cool for about 2 - 3 minutes.
  10. Using a sharp knife (serrated works well) slice the tortilla rolls in half and serve with extra peanut sauce for dipping if desired.
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Lucy Lean August 15, 2011 at 4:28 pm

I love FSA – we have FHB – family hold back – but will be using FSA from now on…

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Nancy August 17, 2011 at 2:29 pm

FHB -LOL!! Love that!!

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Barbara | Creative Culinary August 15, 2011 at 6:16 pm

If it has peanut sauce? I will love it. I’ve made my own versions of some things from CPK; thing my favorite ever is a pizza with pears and bleu cheese which I don’t think they even server anymore. Maybe cause I started making it at home? Oops!

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Nancy August 17, 2011 at 2:28 pm

Ha!!! I loved that pizza too and was bummed when they took it off the menu – hmmm… we may have to start a campaign to get it back on for those nights when we aren’t in the mood to make it for ourselves!!!

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Marla {family fresh cooking} August 15, 2011 at 7:42 pm

Nancy, I love chicken with peanut sauce. Great recipe & I like your new recipe layout :)

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Nancy August 17, 2011 at 2:28 pm

Thanks Marla!! Iknow.. I have to try your peanut sauce version – I know it will rock!

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the urban baker August 15, 2011 at 9:53 pm

yum – I like how you recreated this. They are so healthy and delicious and I love where your inspiration came from!

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Nancy August 17, 2011 at 2:27 pm

Hi Susan,

Thanks!! These have been really fun to play with!

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Judy August 16, 2011 at 5:08 am

Ok, I feel like I just woke up from hibernation or something … ZipList? Under the rock in which I’ve apparently been, I’ve not heard of it before?! Ugh, how does that happen? Geez.
Thanks for opening my eyes, and for posting this delicious recipe. :)

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Nancy August 17, 2011 at 2:26 pm

Hi Judy!!

They are a great group – and this plug in is very simple to use!!

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Brooke @ Food Woolf August 16, 2011 at 12:49 pm

Oooh. That looks great. It’s great to find inspiration in unexpected places (like CPK)!

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Nancy August 17, 2011 at 2:25 pm

I know… life is strange sometimes!

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sippitysup August 16, 2011 at 1:57 pm

Everything you do gets my seal of approval. GREG

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Nancy August 17, 2011 at 2:25 pm

Awww… thanks Greg!! Back at you my friend!

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Magic of Spice August 16, 2011 at 2:24 pm

These are just delightful…love the flavors with cilantro. delicious!

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Nancy August 17, 2011 at 2:24 pm

Thanks!! They are lots of fun to play with!

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Esi August 16, 2011 at 5:14 pm

These sound like a fun snack!

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Nancy August 17, 2011 at 2:24 pm

Thanks Esi – they are pretty fun.. lots of variations too!!

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Georgia Pellegrini August 17, 2011 at 7:25 am

Love this! I just posted a peanut chicken, we’re on the same wavelength :)

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sharon January 29, 2012 at 6:57 am

Add bean sprouts when you make this the next time.

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