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Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps are the perfect blend of spicy, tangy, and creamy flavors wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves. This lightened-up version of classic buffalo wings is not only healthier but also incredibly easy to prepare. In just 20 minutes, you can create a satisfying meal that’s family-friendly and ideal for any occasion, from weeknight dinners to game day gatherings. The combination of shredded chicken tossed in zesty buffalo sauce, paired with crunchy celery and topped with creamy ranch dressing and blue cheese crumbles, ensures a flavor explosion in every bite. Whether served as a main dish or a fun appetizer, these wraps are sure to please everyone at the table.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 2 large cooked and shredded chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • ½ cup Frank’s Red Hot Wing Sauce
  • ½ cup thinly sliced celery
  • 2 heads of romaine or iceberg lettuce
  • Blue cheese crumbles and ranch dressing for topping

Instructions

  1. In a non-stick skillet over medium/high heat, combine the shredded chicken with ½ cup water until fully cooked.
  2. Shred the chicken using forks as it cooks, then remove excess water.
  3. Lower heat to medium/low; add butter and olive oil until melted.
  4. Stir in hot sauce, celery seed, fresh pepper, and thinly sliced celery.
  5. Scoop the mixture into each lettuce leaf and top with blue cheese crumbles and ranch dressing.
  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 wrap (approximately 126g)
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 7g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: For added crunch, consider including shredded carrots or diced bell peppers in the mixture. Adjust spice levels by varying the amount of hot sauce used. Allow the chicken mixture to cool slightly before wrapping to prevent wilting.