Healthy Easy Chicken Lettuce Wraps (Printable)

Tender chicken mixed with crisp veggies wrapped in fresh lettuce for a light, nutritious meal.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced

→ Vegetables

02 - 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
03 - 1/2 cup red bell pepper, finely chopped
04 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
05 - 8-10 large butter lettuce leaves or romaine lettuce

→ Dressing

06 - 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
07 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
09 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
10 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
11 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Optional Add-Ins

13 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
14 - 1/4 cup sliced almonds or chopped walnuts
15 - 1/4 cup seedless grapes, halved

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, celery, red bell pepper, and red onion.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
03 - Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir gently until well combined.
04 - Fold in parsley, nuts, or grapes if desired.
05 - Spoon the chicken salad evenly into the lettuce leaves and fold to wrap.
06 - Serve immediately, or chill the chicken salad for 30 minutes for best flavor.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 25 minutes with minimal cooking required
  • Gluten-free and low-carb, perfect for a variety of dietary needs
  • Packed with protein and fresh vegetables for a balanced meal
  • Lighter than traditional chicken salad thanks to Greek yogurt
  • Versatile—serve as wraps, in sandwiches, or over greens
  • Great for meal prep and lasts well in the refrigerator
02 -
  • Use butter lettuce for the most tender, cup-shaped wraps
  • Pat lettuce leaves dry with a paper towel to prevent sogginess
  • Double the chicken salad recipe for easy meal prep throughout the week
  • Store the salad and lettuce separately until ready to serve
  • Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice just before serving for brightness
  • Check all ingredient labels if you have nut or dairy allergies
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