Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps are a spicy, flavorful, and low-carb delight perfect for a satisfying lunch. These wraps combine tender chicken with zesty buffalo sauce, all nestled in crisp lettuce leaves for a refreshing crunch.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 250 grams
• Buffalo sauce - 60 ml
• Ranch dressing - 30 ml
• Lettuce leaves (Romaine or Butter) - 4 large leaves
• Celery - 50 grams, finely chopped
• Green onions - 2, sliced
• Cheddar cheese - 30 grams, shredded
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
2. Season the chicken breast with salt and black pepper, then add to the skillet.
3. Cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked and no longer pink in the center.
4. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before shredding it into bite-sized pieces.
5. In a bowl, mix the shredded chicken with buffalo sauce until well coated.
6. Prepare the lettuce leaves by washing and patting them dry.
7. To assemble, place a generous portion of the buffalo chicken mixture into each lettuce leaf.
8. Top with chopped celery, sliced green onions, and shredded cheddar cheese.
9. Drizzle ranch dressing over the top before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 36 g
• Carbs: 6 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 1300 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for a ketogenic diet.

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