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Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Spicy Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps for a Guilt-Free Feast

Enjoy savory Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps, a flavorful and guilt-free dish perfect for meal prep or casual dining.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 3 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Course Appetizers
Cuisine American
Servings 4 wraps
Calories 280 kcal

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • spatula
  • Kitchen towel

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Mixture

  • 2 cups Shredded cooked chicken leftover rotisserie chicken works perfectly!
  • ½ cup Buffalo sauce adjust to taste for your preferred spice level
  • 4 oz Cream cheese softened
  • ¼ cup Ranch or blue cheese dressing for drizzling
  • 1 cup Celery finely chopped
  • ¼ cup Green onions sliced

For Assembling

  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil for cooking the chicken mixture
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 head Iceberg or romaine lettuce for wraps

Optional Toppings

  • ½ cup Shredded carrots
  • ½ cup Diced tomatoes
  • ¼ cup Crumbled blue cheese for garnish

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken with the buffalo sauce. Stir thoroughly until chicken is evenly coated.
  • Add the softened cream cheese to the buffalo chicken mixture and mix well until fully combined to achieve a smooth and creamy texture.
  • Gently fold in the finely chopped celery and sliced green onions into the mixture. Ensure everything is combined evenly.
  • In a small skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken mixture and cook for about 5–7 minutes until heated through.
  • While the chicken mixture reheats, separate the lettuce leaves and rinse them under cold water. Pat dry with a kitchen towel.
  • Once the chicken mixture is heated, remove from heat and let it cool slightly for 2-3 minutes.
  • To assemble, take a lettuce leaf and place a portion of the chicken filling in the center. Top with optional ingredients.
  • Wrap the lettuce around the filling, and serve immediately with extra ranch or blue cheese dressing on the side.

Notes

Store leftover wraps in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze filling for up to 3 months, thaw before reheating.

Nutrition

Serving: 1wrapCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 1.5mg
Keyword Buffalo Chicken, easy recipes, Healthy, Lettuce Wraps, Low-Calorie, quick meals
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