Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps are a delightful, healthy twist on traditional buffalo wings that are perfect for any occasion. With tender, shredded chicken coated in zesty buffalo sauce and wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves, these wraps offer a satisfying crunch and bold flavors without the guilt. They come together in just 20 minutes, making them an ideal choice for busy weeknights or game day gatherings. Customizable and loaded with fresh ingredients, you can adjust the spice level or toppings to suit your taste. Serve these wraps as a fun appetizer or a light main course, and watch them disappear from the table!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Appetizer, Main Course
- Method: Pan frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts (cooked and shredded)
- ½ cup Frank's Red Hot Wing Sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ½ tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh pepper to taste
- 2 heads of lettuce (romaine or iceberg)
- Blue cheese crumbles (optional)
- Ranch dressing (optional)
- ½ cup thinly sliced celery
- ½ teaspoon celery seed
Instructions
- In a large pan over medium-high heat, add shredded chicken with 1/2 cup of water. Shred as it cooks until all water evaporates.
- Lower heat to medium-low, add butter and olive oil, stirring until melted. Mix in buffalo sauce, celery seed, and fresh pepper.
- Remove from heat and fold in thinly sliced celery.
- Scoop the chicken mixture into lettuce leaves. Top with blue cheese crumbles and drizzle ranch dressing if desired.
- Serve immediately for best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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