Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps Easy Fresh Weeknight Dinner
Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps offer a fresh and light take on a classic dish. This easy dinner is perfect for a quick weeknight meal or family dinner, delivering bold flavors and a balanced bite with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer, Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Standard
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast shredded
- 1/3 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 tablespoon butter melted
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese or ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup celery diced
- 1/4 cup red onion diced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
- 1 head butter lettuce or romaine separated into leaves
Instructions
- Warm the buffalo sauce, melted butter, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper together in a medium saucepan over low heat until well combined.
- Mix in the shredded chicken ensuring it is completely coated with the sauce, then cook gently for 2 to 3 minutes to blend flavors.
- Remove the pan from heat and allow the chicken mixture to cool slightly to avoid soggy lettuce.
- Place lettuce leaves flat and distribute 2 to 3 tablespoons of the chicken mixture onto each leaf.
- Garnish with diced celery, red onion, crumbled blue cheese, and sprinkle chopped parsley on top.
- Carefully wrap the lettuce around the filling and serve immediately for a handheld meal.
Notes
- Lettuce Choice: Opt for sturdy varieties like butter lettuce romaine or iceberg to prevent tearing
- Letting the chicken cool slightly helps prevent the lettuce from wilting
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap
- Calories: 220