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Fresh Avocado Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps with creamy avocado, shredded chicken, and crisp lettuce leaves.

Avocado Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps Recipe

  • Author: Clara
  • Total Time: 10 min

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie works great)

  • 1 large ripe avocado

  • 1–2 tablespoons mayo or Greek yogurt (optional for extra creaminess)

  • 1 tablespoon lime juice

  • 1 green onion, thinly sliced

  • 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro (optional)

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Butter or romaine lettuce leaves

Optional Add-ins:

  • Diced cucumber or tomato

  • Crumbled bacon

  • Red pepper flakes or minced jalapeño (for heat)

  • Everything bagel seasoning

  • Feta or shredded cheese

Instructions

Preparation Make the avocado chicken salad

Step 1: Mash the avocado
In a medium mixing bowl, scoop out the flesh of 1 large ripe avocado. Mash with a fork until creamy but still slightly chunky for texture.

Step 2: Add the flavor
Stir in 1–2 tablespoons of mayo or Greek yogurt (if using), 1 tablespoon lime juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix until smooth and well combined.

Step 3: Fold in the chicken
Add 2 cups shredded cooked chicken to the avocado mixture. Mix gently to coat the chicken evenly. Stir in thinly sliced green onion and chopped cilantro if desired. Taste and adjust seasoning.

Step 4: Add any extras
If you’re using add-ins like diced tomato, cucumber, crumbled bacon, or jalapeño, stir them in now. Keep the mixture chilled if not serving immediately.

Assemble the lettuce wraps

Step 5: Prepare the lettuce
Rinse and pat dry 8–10 large butter or romaine lettuce leaves. Lay them flat and trim the thick base if needed to make wrapping easier.

Step 6: Fill and serve
Spoon 2–3 tablespoons of the chicken salad into the center of each leaf. Fold or roll gently to form wraps. Serve immediately with lime wedges or hot sauce on the side.

Notes

  • This recipe is best eaten fresh, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.

  • Use chicken that’s well-seasoned or rotisserie for the most flavor.

  • If meal-prepping, store the avocado salad separately from the lettuce and assemble just before eating.

  • If your avocado is small or under-ripe, mash two for a creamier mix.

  • Romaine gives more structure; butter lettuce gives a tender bite—choose what fits your style.

  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 0 min

Nutrition

  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 270 mg
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Protein: 17 g

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