Description
Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps are a tantalizing, healthier twist on the classic buffalo wings, perfect for any gathering or weeknight dinner. These wraps feature tender shredded chicken tossed in a zesty buffalo sauce, served in crisp lettuce leaves. The combination of fresh vegetables and creamy toppings creates a delightful flavor experience that’s both satisfying and nutritious. Whether you’re looking for a quick appetizer or a light meal, these wraps are easy to prepare and customizable to suit your family’s taste preferences. Serve them on game day or at your next party for a crowd-pleasing dish that everyone will love!
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts (cooked and shredded)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ½ tablespoon olive oil
- ½ cup buffalo sauce
- ½ teaspoon celery seed
- Fresh pepper to taste
- ½ cup thinly sliced celery
- Blue cheese crumbles (optional)
- Ranch dressing (optional)
- 2 heads of lettuce (romaine or iceberg)
Instructions
- In a large pan over medium/high heat, cook and shred the chicken with ½ cup water until it's fully cooked and tender.
- Lower the heat to medium/low, add butter and olive oil, stirring until melted.
- Mix in the buffalo sauce, celery seed, and pepper; then remove from heat and stir in the sliced celery.
- To assemble, scoop some chicken mixture into each lettuce leaf and top with blue cheese crumbles and ranch dressing if desired. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For added crunch, consider including diced cucumbers or bell peppers in your wraps. Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of buffalo sauce used. If you're looking for different protein options, turkey or beef can be great substitutes for chicken.