Ingredients
– 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
– 1 ripe avocado, mashed
– 1 tablespoon lime juice
– 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
– 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
– 1/4 cup celery, diced
– 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1/4 teaspoon salt (to taste)
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
– 1 head of butter lettuce or romaine, leaves separated
– Optional toppings: chopped cilantro, diced tomatoes, or sliced jalapeños
Instructions
Creating Avocado Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Prepare the Chicken: If using raw chicken, cook it first by boiling or grilling until fully cooked, then shred or dice it.
2. Mash the Avocado: In a large bowl, mash the ripe avocado with a fork until creamy.
3. Combine Ingredients: To the mashed avocado, add lime juice, Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise), red onion, celery, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
4. Mix in Chicken: Gently fold in the cooked chicken until everything is well combined, ensuring it’s evenly distributed.
5. Taste Test: Adjust seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lime juice as desired for flavor.
6. Assemble Wraps: Take individual lettuce leaves and spoon the chicken salad mixture onto each leaf.
7. Garnish: Top with optional ingredients like cilantro, tomatoes, or jalapeños for added flavor and crunch.
8. Serve Immediately: Enjoy these wraps fresh for the best taste and texture!
These steps will guide you in creating this incredible meal effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 wraps
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 30g