Best 5 Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps Recipe By Tasty Recipes

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Are you craving a flavorful and healthy meal that's easy to make? Look no further than the buffalo chicken lettuce wraps recipe by Tasty. This recipe combines the bold taste of buffalo chicken with the freshness of lettuce wraps for a satisfying and nutritious meal. Whether you're following a low-carb diet or simply looking for a lighter alternative to traditional buffalo chicken wings, these lettuce wraps are sure to hit the spot.

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BUFFALO CHICKEN LETTUCE CUPS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: boneless, skinless chicken breasts, salt, black peppercorn, medium white onion, medium white onion, garlic, bay leaves, water, oil, celery, celery, hot sauce, chicken broth, romaine lettuce, carrot, blue cheese dressing

Provided by Joey Firoben

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 teaspoons salt, plus more to taste
2 teaspoons black peppercorn
½ medium white onion, halved
½ medium white onion, diced
5 cloves garlic, divided, 4 whole and 1 minced
2 bay leaves
6 cups water
1 tablespoon oil
1 stalk celery, diced
1 stalk celery, thinly sliced
⅔ cup hot sauce
½ cup chicken broth
4 large leaves romaine lettuce
1 carrot, shredded
½ cup blue cheese dressing

Steps:

  • Place chicken breasts, 2 teaspoons of salt, peppercorns, onion quarters, garlic cloves, bay leaves, and water in a large pot.
  • Cover the pot and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  • Once the water is simmering, cook for 10 minutes, until the chicken registers 165°F (74°C) when pierced with an instant-read thermometer.
  • Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and reserve at least ½ cup (120 ml) of the cooking liquid to use as chicken broth . Using 2 forks, pull the chicken apart until shredded.
  • In a large nonstick pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  • Add the diced onion, diced celery, and a pinch of salt. Sauté until the vegetables have softened, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Add the hot sauce and chicken broth. Stir until the liquid has reduced slightly, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the shredded chicken and mix until everything is well incorporated.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and let the chicken cool for 5 minutes before spooning into the lettuce leaves.
  • Top with shredded carrots, sliced celery, and bleu cheese dressing.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417 calories, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 27 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 24 grams, Sugar 7 grams

BUFFALO CHICKEN LETTUCE WRAPS



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These homemade buffalo chicken wraps are excellent. Honey and lime juice help tone down the hot wing sauce for a refreshing zip. They're perfect for lunch or a light summer meal with a tall glass of ice-cold lemonade. -Priscilla Gilbert, Indian Harbour Beach, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/3 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons milk
4-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 cup Louisiana-style hot sauce
1/4 cup honey
1 small cucumber, halved lengthwise, seeded and thinly sliced
1 celery rib, thinly sliced
3/4 cup julienned carrots
8 Bibb or Boston lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • For dressing, in a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Cover and refrigerate until serving. , Sprinkle chicken with salt. In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil until no longer pink. Combine the lime juice, hot sauce and honey; pour over chicken. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 2-3 minutes or until slightly thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in the cucumber, celery and carrots. , Spoon 1/2 cup chicken mixture onto each lettuce leaf; fold sides over filling and secure with a toothpick. Serve with blue cheese dressing.

Nutrition Facts :

BUFFALO CHICKEN LETTUCE WRAPS



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Provided by Aaron McCargo Jr.

Time 28m

Yield 16 lettuce cups

Number Of Ingredients 25

2 green onions, chopped
1/4 cup sweet marinated peppers, chopped (recommended: Peppadew)
1 tomato, diced
1/4 cup pickled jalapenos, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup blue cheese
2 lemons, juiced
1 lemon, zested
1 lime, zested
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup mild hot sauce
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips
1 cup flour
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon pepper
Olive oil, for frying
16 Bibb lettuce leaves, washed, dried, and separated

Steps:

  • For the salsa: Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl. Allow to marinate.
  • For the blue cheese sauce: In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, blue cheese, lemon juice, lemon zest, lime juice, garlic, and salt and pepper, to taste. Mix in the cilantro, chives, and parsley.
  • For the chicken: Place the hot sauce into a bowl. Dredge the chicken with the hot sauce. In a casserole dish, mix together the flour, salt, paprika, and pepper. Dredge the chicken in the flour mixture. Shake off any excess flour.
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil to about 1/4-inch up the sides of the skillet. When the oil is hot (it will bubble around the handle of a wooden spoon), add the chicken to the skillet. After 4 minutes, turn the chicken over and cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 4 more minutes.
  • Place the lettuce leaves on a platter and spoon the chicken into the lettuce. Top the chicken with 1 tablespoon of the blue cheese sauce and salsa. Serve immediately.

BUFFALO CHICKEN LETTUCE WRAPS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: rotisserie chicken, buffalo sauce, celery, red onion, salt, pepper, green leaf lettuce, blue cheese, green onion, greek yogurt, dried parsley, garlic powder, dried dill, onion powder, salt, pepper, lemon juice

Provided by Crystal Hatch

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded
1 cup buffalo sauce
½ cup celery, diced
¼ cup red onion, diced
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
2 leaves green leaf lettuce
2 oz blue cheese, crumbled, for garnish, optional
green onion, sliced, for garnish, optional
¼ cup greek yogurt
½ teaspoon dried parsley
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon dried dill
⅛ teaspoon onion powder
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
½ teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, add the chicken and buffalo sauce. Stir to combine.
  • Add the celery, red onion, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and set aside.
  • Make the Greek yogurt ranch dressing: in a small bowl, add the Greek yogurt, dried parsley, garlic powder, dried dill, onion powder, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Stir to combine.
  • Lay each lettuce leaf flat on a plate and scoop the chicken mixture into the middle. Top with a spoonful of Greek yogurt ranch dressing. Garnish with blue cheese crumbles and sliced green onion, if desired.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 589 calories, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 31 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 54 grams, Sugar 13 grams

EASY BUFFALO CHICKEN LETTUCE WRAPS



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One time when making sloppy joes, I wanted mine spicy, so I doused it in hot sauce. After that, my mind went wild and I made it Buffalo chicken-style with ground chicken, diced celery and blue cheese crumbles. I've been making it this way ever since. -Jennifer Nielson, Spanish Fork, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 pounds lean ground chicken
1 celery rib, diced
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup ketchup
1/4 cup Louisiana-style hot sauce
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
2 teaspoons yellow mustard
12 Bibb or Boston lettuce leaves
Crumbled blue cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, cook and crumble chicken over medium-high heat 3 minutes. Stir in celery and pepper; cook and stir until chicken is no longer pink and celery is crisp-tender, 2-3 minutes., Stir in ketchup, hot sauce, brown sugar, vinegar and mustard; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until flavors are blended, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve in lettuce leaves. If desired, top with cheese.Freeze option: Freeze cooled chicken mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add a little broth or water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 612mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • For a crispy lettuce cup: Choose sturdy lettuce leaves, such as romaine or iceberg lettuce, and make sure they are dry before assembling the wraps.
  • To make ahead: You can prepare the chicken mixture and the blue cheese dressing up to 2 days ahead of time. Store them separately in the refrigerator and assemble the wraps just before serving.
  • To make a vegetarian version: Substitute grilled or roasted vegetables, such as bell peppers, zucchini, or mushrooms, for the chicken.
  • To make a spicy version: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili powder to the chicken mixture.
  • To make a milder version: Use a mild buffalo sauce, or omit it altogether and season the chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

Conclusion:

Buffalo chicken lettuce wraps are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or light meal. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, or a quick weeknight dinner. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of preparation, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that everyone will enjoy.

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