Description
These Avocado Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps are a fresh and satisfying meal option. Creamy avocado combines with tender chicken and crisp vegetables for a flavorful and healthy dish. Perfect for a light lunch or a quick dinner.
Ingredients
For the Avocado Chicken Salad:
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast (shredded or chopped)
- 1 ripe avocado (mashed)
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup red onion (finely diced)
- 1/4 cup celery (diced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Serving:
- 1 head butter lettuce or romaine hearts (leaves separated and washed)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, prepare the Avocado Chicken Salad: Mash the avocado with Greek yogurt and lime juice until smooth.
- Add chicken, red onion, celery, and cilantro. Mix until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Assemble the Lettuce Wraps: Scoop the avocado chicken salad into individual lettuce leaves.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra crunch, consider adding chopped walnuts or sunflower seeds.
- You can substitute sour cream for Greek yogurt or use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 1 day.