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Buffalo Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps

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A quick and easy recipe featuring shredded buffalo chicken tossed in a creamy homemade dressing, served in crisp iceberg lettuce leaves for a fresh, spicy, and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (about 300g), rotisserie chicken works great
  • 1/4 cup buffalo sauce (60ml), preferably Frank’s RedHot
  • 8 large iceberg lettuce leaves
  • 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • Creamy Dressing:
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise (120ml)
  • 1/4 cup sour cream (60g), full-fat recommended
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional garnishes: chopped fresh parsley or cilantro, crumbled blue cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken by shredding leftover or rotisserie chicken into bite-sized pieces (about 2 cups). If using raw chicken breasts, poach gently in simmering water for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked, then shred once cooled.
  2. In a medium bowl, toss the shredded chicken with 1/4 cup buffalo sauce until lightly coated. Let flavors meld for 5 minutes.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup sour cream, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Finely chop 2 celery stalks and thinly slice 2 green onions.
  5. Add the celery and green onions to the buffalo chicken mixture. Spoon in about half of the creamy dressing and gently fold to combine, keeping the chicken moist but not soggy. Adjust with more dressing if desired.
  6. Wash and carefully separate 8 large iceberg lettuce leaves. Pat dry thoroughly to avoid sogginess.
  7. Spoon a generous amount of the chicken salad onto each lettuce leaf. Garnish with optional parsley or crumbled blue cheese if desired.
  8. Serve immediately to enjoy the crisp lettuce and creamy filling.

Notes

If chicken feels dry, add extra dressing or a splash of buffalo sauce. Use a salad spinner to dry lettuce leaves thoroughly to prevent soggy wraps. Adjust dressing thickness with milk or water if needed. Store chicken filling and lettuce separately to maintain freshness.

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Keywords: buffalo chicken, lettuce wraps, creamy dressing, quick recipe, easy lunch, low carb, gluten free

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