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Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Enjoy spicy Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps, a healthy and delightful dish wrapped in crisp lettuce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 wraps
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 245

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup buffalo hot sauce
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup blue cheese crumbles for topping
  • 1/4 cup celery, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup carrots, finely shredded
  • 1 head butter lettuce for wraps
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro for garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

  1. Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper on both sides. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes until it shimmers. Add the chicken and cook for 6-7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear.
  2. Transfer the cooked chicken to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, melt the butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Add the buffalo hot sauce to the skillet and stir to combine with the butter. Bring to a gentle simmer for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sauce is well combined and slightly thickened. Adjust heat level as desired.
  4. Shred the rested chicken using two forks, pulling in opposite directions. Add the shredded chicken to the buffalo sauce and toss to coat evenly. Cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in the diced celery and shredded carrots.
  6. Prepare lettuce cups by carefully separating the leaves. Choose the largest, most intact outer leaves for the best wraps.
  7. Spoon the buffalo chicken mixture into each lettuce cup. Top with blue cheese crumbles, green onions, and cilantro. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1wrapCalories: 245kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 35gFat: 9g

Notes

Feel free to customize with your favorite toppings like jalapeños for more heat or avocado for creaminess.

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