Description
Fresh, vibrant, and ready in minutes, these Fruit and Chicken Lettuce Wraps combine sweet fruits, tender chicken, and crisp lettuce for a light yet satisfying meal or snack.
Ingredients
- Cooked Chicken Breast: 2 cups, shredded or finely chopped
- Mango: 1 medium, diced
- Red Grapes: 1 cup, halved
- Celery: 1 stalk, finely chopped
- Green Onion: 2 stalks, thinly sliced
- Fresh Cilantro: 2 tablespoons, chopped
- Lime Juice: From 1 lime
- Plain Greek Yogurt: ¼ cup
- Salt and Pepper: To taste
- Lettuce Leaves: 8–10 large leaves (romaine, butter, or iceberg)
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Cook or reheat chicken if needed, then shred or chop it once cooled.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix chicken, mango, grapes, celery, green onion, cilantro, lime juice, and yogurt. Season with salt and pepper.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Wash and pat dry lettuce leaves. Keep them chilled until use.
- Assemble the Dish: Spoon the mixture into each lettuce leaf and arrange on a serving platter.
- Cook to Perfection: Let the mix sit for a few minutes to let flavors meld if desired.
- Finishing Touches: Optional—sprinkle with crushed nuts, chili flakes, or a drizzle of honey-lime dressing.
- Serve and Enjoy: Enjoy immediately while lettuce is crisp and fresh.
Notes
- Use chilled, dry lettuce for maximum crunch.
- Swap fruits based on season or preference.
- Keep components separate until serving if making ahead.
- Optional toppings like crushed nuts or herbs add extra flair.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 wraps
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 45mg