Description
Looking for a refreshing and healthy meal that’s quick to prepare and packed with flavor? These Avocado Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps are exactly what you need. Ideal for a light lunch or a nutritious dinner, this recipe transforms a simple salad into a handheld delight. Combining creamy avocado, succulent chicken, and crisp lettuce, these wraps make healthy eating deliciously satisfying.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie chicken works great)
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons onions, finely chopped
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 avocado, seeded, peeled, and diced
- Romaine hearts or bib lettuce (about 16 leaves)
Instructions
Begin by shredding your cooked chicken. Rotisserie chicken helps save time and effort, providing you with tender and flavorful meat.
Step 2: Mix the Base
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken with the plain Greek yogurt and mayonnaise. This blend ensures a creamy texture with a healthier twist, thanks to the yogurt.
Step 3: Add Crunch and Flavor
Add the finely chopped onions and mix until evenly distributed. The onions provide a crunch that complements the creamy mixture.
Step 4: Brighten with Citrus
Drizzle in the lemon juice. This adds a zesty freshness that brightens up the entire salad.
Step 5: Season Well
Season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper to your taste. Adjust according to your preference for a balanced flavor profile.
Step 6: Fold in Avocado
Gently fold in the diced avocado. Be careful not to mash the avocado to keep chunks intact for texture contrast.
Step 7: Assemble the Wraps
Take the romaine hearts or bib lettuce leaves and lay them flat. Spoon a generous amount of the chicken salad mixture onto each leaf.
Step 8: Serve
Wrap the lettuce around the filling or serve as open-faced wraps for easy handling.
Notes
- Use firm avocados to maintain texture; overly ripe avocados may become mushy.
- If preparing in advance, store the chicken salad separate from the lettuce. Assemble wraps just before serving to prevent sogginess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes