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Pesto Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Delicious Pesto Chicken Lettuce Wraps for Quick Healthy Meals

Enjoy these Pesto Chicken Lettuce Wraps, a quick and healthy meal perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizers
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 wraps
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • food processor
  • skillet
  • Cutting Board
  • meat mallet

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade

  • 1 lb Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Ensure they're fresh or properly thawed for the best taste.
  • ½ cup Prepared Pesto Feel free to use store-bought for convenience or make your own for freshness.
  • 2 tablespoon Olive Oil Avocado oil is a great substitute if preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder For a bolder taste, opt for freshly minced garlic.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to your dietary preferences.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Fresh ground pepper elevates the flavor.

For the Wrap Base

  • 1 head Butter Lettuce or Romaine Lettuce Choose intact, clean leaves for better structure.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes You can swap with diced bell peppers if desired.
  • ½ cup Red Onion Green onions can be used for a milder flavor.

Optional Toppings

  • ½ cup Feta Cheese Substitute with goat cheese or mozzarella if preferred.
  • ¼ cup Pine Nuts Replace with sunflower seeds for those with nut allergies.
  • to taste Balsamic Glaze Feel free to omit if you want to keep it simple.

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • Begin by taking boneless, skinless chicken breasts and pounding them between two sheets of plastic wrap until even, about ½ inch thick.
  • In a bowl, mix together prepared pesto, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Coat the chicken breasts with this marinade and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
  • While the chicken marinates, heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add a teaspoon of olive oil.
  • Once the pan is hot, add the marinated chicken breasts and sauté for 5–7 minutes on each side until cooked through and golden brown.
  • Transfer the cooked chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes.
  • Slice the chicken into thin strips or bite-sized cubes.
  • Wash and dry the lettuce leaves carefully.
  • Place a generous amount of sliced chicken into each lettuce cup.
  • Top the chicken with diced cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, and crumbled feta cheese if using.
  • Drizzle with balsamic glaze if desired.
  • Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

Customize with your favorite toppings. For best results, store chicken and toppings separately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1wrapCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg
Keyword customizable wraps, Easy Dinners, healthy meals, low-carb, Pesto Chicken Lettuce Wraps, Quick Recipes
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