Best 5 Creamy Chipotle Chicken Lettuce Cups Recipe By Tasty Recipes

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"Creamy Chipotle Chicken Lettuce Cups" is an enticing culinary creation by Tasty that combines the smoky flavors of chipotle peppers with the creaminess of avocado and sour cream. This delectable dish promises a taste experience that tantalizes the palate with its fiery yet balanced flavors. The chicken, marinated in a medley of zesty spices and yogurt, is tender and juicy, while the lettuce cups provide a crisp and refreshing base for the flavorful filling. Whether you're seeking a quick weeknight meal or an impressive appetizer for your next gathering, this recipe is sure to satisfy your cravings for a flavorful and memorable culinary adventure.

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CHIPOTLE CHICKEN LETTUCE CUPS RECIPE BY TASTY



Chipotle Chicken Lettuce Cups Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: boneless, skinless chicken breasts, salt, black peppercorn, medium white onion, garlic, bay leaves, water, oil, yellow corn, red bell pepper, chipotle peppers, lime juice, romaine lettuce, fresh cilantro

Provided by Joey Firoben

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 teaspoons salt, plus more to taste
2 teaspoons black peppercorn
½ medium white onion, halved
4 cloves garlic, whole
2 bay leaves
6 cups water
1 tablespoon oil
1 cup yellow corn
½ red bell pepper, diced
2 chipotle peppers, minced
3 tablespoons lime juice
4 large leaves romaine lettuce, for serving
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • Place the chicken breasts, 2 teaspoons of salt, peppercorns, onion, whole 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 discard the cooking liquid. 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 corn, bell pepper, and a pinch of salt and sauté until the vegetables have softened, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the chipotle peppers and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Add the shredded chicken and mix until everything is well incorporated.
  • Add the lime juice and mix to incorporate.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and let the chicken cool for 5 minutes before spooning into the lettuce leaves.
  • Top with a sprinkle of chopped cilantro.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 25 grams, Sugar 5 grams

CREAMY CHIPOTLE CHICKEN LETTUCE CUPS RECIPE BY TASTY



Creamy Chipotle Chicken Lettuce Cups Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: chicken breast, coconut oil, milk, onion, garlic, cumin, dried oregano, canned chipotle pepper, salt, butter lettuce, pico de gallo

Provided by Joey Firoben

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 oz chicken breast
1 tablespoon coconut oil
1 cup milk
1 onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 can canned chipotle pepper, minced
½ teaspoon salt
6 leaves butter lettuce
pico de gallo, or salsa

Steps:

  • Heat the coconut oil in a large nonstick skillet. Toss in the diced onion and salt and sauté for about 5 minutes.
  • Sprinkle in the ground dried oregano and cumin.
  • Add the minced chipotle and garlic and sauté until the garlic is fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Pour in the milk and stir the mixture to combine. You can use skim or low-fat milk instead of whole milk, but make sure to reduce it on a lower heat to avoid curdling the milk.
  • Once the mixture has bubbled and reduced slightly, mix in the shredded chicken until evenly coated.
  • Spoon the mixture evenly onto butter lettuce leaves. Top with pico de gallo or salsa and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311 calories, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 38 grams, Sugar 7 grams

CREAMY CHIPOTLE CHICKEN



Creamy Chipotle Chicken image

A delicious slow-cooker recipe of creamy chicken with a slight kick, yumm! Serve chicken with rice and spoon some sauce over the top.

Provided by tnahinu

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 6h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
¼ cup melted butter
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
½ cup chicken broth
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, cut into cubes
3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
1 tablespoon adobo sauce from chipotle peppers

Steps:

  • Place the chicken breasts into a slow cooker, brush with butter, and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and minced garlic. Pour in the cream of chicken soup and chicken broth, and add the cream cheese, peppers, and adobo sauce. Stir the mixture gently. Cover, set the cooker to Low, and cook for 6 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 494.3 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Cholesterol 159 mg, Fat 38.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 29.2 g, SaturatedFat 21.5 g, Sodium 862 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

THAI CHICKEN LETTUCE CUPS



Thai Chicken Lettuce Cups image

Lettuce wraps make light, lively appetizers. These are easy to make because the slow cooker does most of the work. Just load it up and let things get cooking. When the chicken is cooked, just shred and serve. -Robin Haas, West Roxbury, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Lunch

Time 2h40m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons oyster sauce
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 cups torn basil leaves, divided
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
12 Bibb or Boston lettuce leaves
2 cups cooked long grain rice
4 green onions, chopped
Shredded carrots and thinly sliced radishes

Steps:

  • In a 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 7 ingredients. Cook, covered, on low until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165°, about 2-1/2 hours. Remove chicken; shred with 2 forks. Return to slow cooker. Stir in 1-1/2 cups basil and hoisin sauce; heat through., Serve in lettuce leaves with rice, green onions, carrots, radishes and remaining basil. Freeze option: Freeze cooled chicken mixture and juices in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 162mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

CHICKEN TOSTADA CUPS



Chicken Tostada Cups image

Several years ago I tried a version of these cups at a restaurant in Santa Fe, and I wanted to make my own spin. These are great for gatherings where you can let everyone add their own favorite toppings. -Marla Clark, Moriarty, New Mexico

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 corn tortillas (6 inches), warmed
Cooking spray
2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
1 cup salsa
1 can (16 ounces) refried beans
1 cup shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend
Optional toppings: shredded lettuce, reduced-fat sour cream, sliced ripe olives, sliced green onions, chopped cilantro, sliced radishes, diced avocado and additional salsa

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Press warm tortillas into 12 muffin cups coated with cooking spray, pleating sides as needed. Spritz tortillas with additional cooking spray., Bake until lightly browned, 5-7 minutes. Toss chicken with salsa. Layer each cup with beans, chicken mixture and cheese., Bake until heated through, 9-11 minutes. Serve with toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 629mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, gather and measure all of the ingredients and chop any vegetables. This will help you stay organized and ensure that you don't miss anything.
  • Use a Food Processor: If you have one, a food processor can make quick work of chopping the chipotle peppers and cilantro. Just be sure to pulse them until they are finely minced.
  • Don't Overcook the Chicken: Chicken breasts can easily become dry and tough if they are overcooked. Cook them until they are just cooked through, or about 5-7 minutes per side.
  • Add Vegetables to the Lettuce Cups: In addition to the chicken, you can add other vegetables to the lettuce cups, such as shredded cabbage, carrots, or bell peppers.
  • Serve with Your Favorite Toppings: Top the lettuce cups with your favorite toppings, such as guacamole, salsa, sour cream, or shredded cheese.

Conclusion:

These creamy chipotle chicken lettuce cups are a delicious and easy weeknight meal. They are packed with flavor and can be customized to your liking. Plus, they are a healthy and low-carb option. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give these lettuce cups a try. You won't be disappointed!

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