Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Savor the delicious Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps, featuring tender shredded chicken tossed in spicy buffalo sauce, served in fresh lettuce leaves for a delightful, health-conscious meal.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Base
- 2 large chicken breasts (cooked and shredded) Use rotisserie chicken for quicker prep.
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 0.5 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 cup Franks Red Hot Wing Sauce Use a milder option for less spice.
- 0.5 teaspoon celery seed
- to taste fresh pepper Adds important flavor.
- 0.5 cup thinly sliced celery
To Serve
- Blue cheese crumbles Substitute with feta or omit for dairy-free.
- Ranch dressing Any creamy dressing can work.
- 2 heads of lettuce (romaine or iceberg, rinsed and patted dry) Choose based on desired texture.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large pan, cook and shred your chicken. For a simple method, add the chicken breasts to the pan over medium/high heat with ½ cup of water. Shred using two forks as it cooks, and let the water evaporate.
- Visual cue: The chicken should be white and opaque when done.
Prepare the Sauce
- Keep the pan on medium/low heat and add butter and olive oil. Stir until melted and combined.
- Next, incorporate the hot sauce, celery seed, and fresh pepper to taste, mixing well.
Add Veggies
- Remove the pan from heat and stir in the thinly sliced celery until evenly distributed.
Assemble Lettuce Wraps
- Scoop a generous spoonful of the chicken mixture into each lettuce leaf.
- Top with blue cheese crumbles and drizzle with ranch dressing as desired.
Serve Immediately
- Enjoy your wraps while the chicken is still warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
To maintain the lettuce's crispness, assemble wraps just before serving. Freezing is not recommended for assembled wraps as the lettuce will wilt when thawed.