Chicken Avocado Lettuce Wrap

Chicken Avocado Lettuce Wrap

Published on February 15, 2016 | By |
    • Prep Time
    • Minutes
    • Cook Time
    • Minutes
    • Yield
    • serves 2 (easily scaled up or down)

These scrumptious, easy-to-make wraps are a healthier alternative to the turkey sandwich.  If you’re making chicken for diner,then build in leftovers and this dish will come together in 5 minutes.  One pound of chicken cut up in cubes is about 3 cups.

This recipe can be scaled up or down very easily depending on how many people you are feeding or how much leftovers you want to have.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts pounded, evenly thin
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or coconut oil
  • salt and pepper for seasoning chicken
  • 1 avocado
  • 2 - 4 tablepoons red onion, minced
  • 1/4 red bell pepper, diced
  • 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon or lime juice
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chopped basil or cilantro (optional)
  • 4 -6 romaine lettuce leaves

Instructions

  • 1. Season chicken on both sides with salt and pepper.
  • 2. Heat oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken, allowing room between the pieces. Cook until the chicken is golden, about 4-5 minutes; turn and continue to cook until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees, about 4-5 minutes more. Remove from skillet and set aside to cool. While chicken is cooking, chop onions, pepper and herbs if using.
  • 3. Cut avocado in half, remove pit and scoop flesh into a small mixing bowl. Use a fork to mash the avocado until smooth.
  • 4. Add red onion, bell pepper, lemon or lime juice, salt and pepper to the mashed avocado. Stir it up.
  • 5. Either cut chicken breasts into cubes, or shred them by either using your hands or two forks. Add chicken to avocado mixture and stir it up. Add fresh herbs, if using. Taste and season to keep your palate happy.
  • 6. Spoon chicken mixture into lettuce leaves. Praise and enjoy!

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Tina Annibell

Tina Annibell

Holistic health coach and self-taught cook with a focus on nutrient-dense, whole food that is gluten-free, refined sugar-free and mostly dairy-free.

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