Are you ready to spice up your meal routine with a tantalizing twist on a classic favorite? These Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps are not only bursting with flavor but also offer a healthy and satisfying alternative to traditional wraps. Imagine tender, shredded chicken coated in zesty buffalo sauce, nestled in crisp romaine lettuce leaves, and topped with crunchy celery and creamy blue cheese. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing appetizer, this recipe will have your taste buds dancing and your guests begging for more. Dive into the deliciousness and discover just how easy it is to whip up this mouthwatering dish in under 35 minutes!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb shredded cooked chicken
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 head of romaine lettuce
- 1/4 cup diced celery
- 1/4 cup blue cheese crumbles
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
Instructions
- Begin by preparing all your ingredients. Make sure the cooked chicken is shredded and ready to use. If you haven't cooked the chicken yet, you can boil, bake, or use a rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken and buffalo sauce. Stir well until the chicken is evenly coated with the sauce. Adjust the amount of buffalo sauce to your desired level of spiciness.
- Next, take the head of romaine lettuce and carefully separate the leaves. You will use these leaves as the wraps for your buffalo chicken mixture. Choose the largest leaves for better wrapping.
- Once you have the lettuce leaves ready, chop the celery into small, bite-sized pieces. This will add a nice crunch to your wraps.
- In a serving bowl, add the diced celery and blue cheese crumbles. This mixture will be used as a topping for the buffalo chicken wraps.
- Now, it’s time to assemble the wraps. Take a lettuce leaf and spoon a generous amount of the buffalo chicken mixture into the center of the leaf.
- Add a sprinkle of the celery and blue cheese mixture on top of the chicken. If you like, you can also drizzle some ranch dressing over the top for added flavor.
- Carefully fold the sides of the lettuce leaf over the filling to create a wrap. You can also roll it up from the bottom if you prefer.
- Repeat the assembling process with the remaining lettuce leaves and buffalo chicken mixture until all the ingredients are used up.
- Serve the buffalo chicken lettuce wraps immediately with extra ranch dressing on the side for dipping. Enjoy your delicious and healthy meal!
Tips
- Chicken Prep: For the shredded chicken, you can save time by using a rotisserie chicken from the store. Just shred it and mix it with the buffalo sauce for a quick and easy option.
- Sauce Adjustment: Feel free to adjust the amount of buffalo sauce based on your spice tolerance. If you prefer a milder flavor, start with less sauce and add more to taste.
- Lettuce Selection: Choose the largest and most intact romaine lettuce leaves for wrapping. This will make it easier to hold the filling without tearing.
- Crunch Factor: For added texture, consider mixing in some chopped bell peppers or carrots with the celery. They’ll add a delightful crunch to your wraps.
- Assembly Line: Create an assembly line for wrapping to speed up the process. Lay out the lettuce leaves, buffalo chicken mixture, and toppings so everyone can customize their own wraps.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve with extra ranch dressing or a side of carrot and celery sticks for a complete and satisfying meal that’s perfect for sharing.
- Make Ahead: You can prepare the buffalo chicken mixture ahead of time and store it in the fridge. Just assemble the wraps right before serving for the freshest taste.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 321kcal
Carbohydrates: 3g
Protein: 37g
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 126mg
