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Buffalo chicken lettuce wraps

Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps

If you love bold flavors but want something light and healthy, Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps are the perfect meal! They have all the spicy, tangy goodness of buffalo chicken wings but without the extra calories. Plus, they’re super easy to make, whether you’re looking for a quick lunch or a fun dinner idea.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cutting Board and Knife
  • Tongs or spoon
  • Large plate or tray

Ingredients
  

For the Buffalo Chicken

  • 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken rotisserie or grilled
  • ½ cup buffalo sauce such as Frank’s RedHot
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

For the Wraps

  • 1 head of butter lettuce or romaine, iceberg, or your favorite variety
  • ½ cup shredded carrots
  • ½ cup diced celery
  • ½ cup crumbled blue cheese optional
  • ½ cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
  • ½ avocado sliced (optional)

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare the Buffalo Chicken

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, melted butter, and garlic powder.
  • Stir everything together until the chicken is evenly coated in the sauce.
  • If you prefer warm buffalo chicken, heat it in a skillet over low heat for about 2–3 minutes.

Step 2: Prepare the Lettuce Wraps

  • Wash the lettuce leaves and pat them dry with a paper towel.
  • Arrange the leaves on a large plate or tray, ready for assembly.

Step 3: Assemble the Wraps

  • Spoon a portion of the buffalo chicken mixture into the center of each lettuce leaf.
  • Add toppings like shredded carrots, diced celery, blue cheese, and avocado.
  • Drizzle with ranch or blue cheese dressing for extra flavor.

Step 4: Serve and Enjoy!

  • Carefully fold the lettuce around the filling and enjoy immediately.
  • If you’re making these for meal prep, store the buffalo chicken separately and assemble the wraps when you’re ready to eat.

Notes

Nutritional Value (Per Serving)

  • Calories: ~250
  • Protein: ~27g
  • Carbohydrates: ~5g
  • Fiber: ~2g
  • Fat: ~13g
  • Saturated Fat: ~4g
  • Cholesterol: ~85mg
  • Sodium: ~850mg (varies based on buffalo sauce and dressing used)
Note: If you add blue cheese, avocado, or extra dressing, the calorie and fat content will increase slightly. For a lower-calorie version, use a lighter dressing or skip the butter in the buffalo sauce.
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Nutrition Disclaimer:
The nutritional information on this website is only an estimate and is provided for convenience and as a courtesy only. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed. It should not be used as a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
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