Looking for a quick, delicious, and family-friendly meal that won’t break the bank? Say hello to Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wrap Tacos!
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This recipe is perfect for busy moms who want to bring exciting flavors to the dinner table without spending all day in the kitchen. With a blend of spicy buffalo sauce and the crisp freshness of lettuce, these wraps are sure to be a hit with the whole family.
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Ingredients
Method
- Separate, wash, and dry the lettuce leaves.
- Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and the thickest piece reaches 165°F.
- Add the buffalo sauce, reduce the heat to medium, and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Place the buffalo chicken mixture onto the lettuce leaves.
- Top with cheddar, celery, green onions, and optional blue cheese or ranch dressing. Serve immediately.
Here’s what you’ll need to make these scrumptious Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wrap Tacos:
Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wrap Tacos
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 head of butter or iceberg lettuce
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup diced celery
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- Optional: Blue cheese or ranch dressing
Instructions
️⃣ Slice chicken breasts into thin strips.
️⃣ Season the strips with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
️⃣ Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
️⃣ Cook chicken strips in the skillet for 6-8 minutes until golden and cooked through.
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️⃣ Add buffalo sauce, reduce heat to medium, and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
️⃣ Separate, wash, and dry lettuce leaves.
️⃣ Place buffalo chicken mix onto each lettuce leaf.
️⃣ Top with cheddar cheese, celery, onions, and optional dressing.
️⃣ Serve immediately, and enjoy!
Notes
For a milder taste, mix buffalo sauce with a bit of melted butter.
️ Customize with additional toppings like diced tomatoes or sliced avocados.
️ Leftover chicken can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
