Description
Simple Chicken Lettuce Cups are a quick and flavorful low-carb appetizer or light meal, featuring tender shredded chicken tossed in spicy buffalo wing sauce, wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves and topped with crunchy celery and creamy ranch or blue cheese dressing.
Ingredients
For the Lettuce Cups
- 8 Pieces Large Lettuce Leaves (butter or romaine)
For the Filling
- 2 Cups Cooked Chicken (shredded)
- ½ Cup Celery (finely chopped)
- ⅓ Cup Buffalo Wing Sauce
- ¼ Cup Ranch or Blue Cheese Dressing
- 1 Tablespoon Melted Butter (optional)
Instructions
- Get Lettuce Ready: Wash the lettuce leaves gently under cold water and pat them dry thoroughly with a towel to maintain crispness. Arrange them flat on a plate to prepare for filling.
- Mix Chicken Filling: In a bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken with buffalo wing sauce, stirring until all pieces are evenly coated. Optionally, stir in melted butter to add richness. Let the mixture sit for a minute to absorb the flavors.
- Build the Wraps: Spoon the buffalo chicken mixture into the center of each lettuce leaf, ensuring the filling stays central to facilitate easy folding without tearing. Place them neatly on a serving platter.
- Finish with Toppings: Sprinkle finely chopped celery over the chicken mixture for added crunch. Drizzle ranch or blue cheese dressing on top for creaminess. Gently fold the lettuce around the filling just before serving to maintain freshness and crispness.
Notes
- Use butter lettuce for a softer wrap or romaine for more crunch and structure.
- Shredded rotisserie chicken is a great shortcut for this recipe.
- Adjust buffalo wing sauce quantity to taste for spiciness.
- Melted butter adds richness but can be omitted for a lighter version.
- Serve immediately after assembling to keep lettuce crisp.
