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Chef Lauren Covas
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Mexican Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps

Cultural Context

Mexican Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps are a vibrant and fresh dish that reflects the colorful and diverse flavors of Mexican cuisine. Traditionally enjoyed as a light meal or snack, these wraps combine protein-rich chicken with fresh vegetables and zesty lime dressing, making them a popular choice for health-conscious eaters. In modern times, they have gained popularity in meal prep and healthy eating circles, often served at gatherings or as a quick lunch option.

MexicanMXmain
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
rotisserie chicken
1 can black beans
1 bag fire roasted corn from Trader Joe's
1 bunch cilantro
1/2 red onion
1 4 oz can chipotle sauce
2 fresh limes
1 cup nonfat Greek yogurt
salt
pepper
romaine lettuce

black beans

🥗Healthier: chickpeas

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Chickpeas provide similar protein and texture.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

1

Pull the meat from a rotisserie chicken and place it in a big bowl.

2

Drain one can of black beans and add to the bowl.

3

Add one bag of fire roasted corn from Trader Joe's to the bowl.

4

Chop one bunch of cilantro and add it to the bowl.

5

Dice half of a red onion and add it to the bowl.

6

Add one 4 oz can of chipotle sauce to the bowl.

7

Juice two fresh limes and add the juice to the bowl.

8

Add one cup of nonfat Greek yogurt to the bowl.

9

Season with salt and pepper, then toss everything together.

10

Cut the bottom off the romaine lettuce and pull the leaves apart to create cups.

11

Stuff the chicken salad mixture into the romaine lettuce cups.

Cooking Techniques

mixingchopping

Equipment Needed

big bowl

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milksoy

Also Known As

Pollo Ensalada en LechugaChicken Salad Lettuce Wraps
Local Name: Ensalada de pollo en lechuga

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