Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Buffalo chicken lettuce wraps are light, spicy, and full of flavor. Juicy chicken fills crisp lettuce leaves for a meal that’s simple to make and easy to enjoy. They’re a great choice when you want something satisfying but not too heavy.

Course Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine American, International

Keyword blue cheese dressing, blue cheese,, buffalo chicken lettuce wraps, buffalo sauce, buffalo wing, celery, chicken breasts, hot sauce, lettuce wrap, shred, shredded chicken

Prep Time 10

Servings Portions

Calories 86kcal

Author Zuzana Paar

Equipment

1 Spatula
1 Bowl

Ingredients

1 Tablespoon Butter melted, optional
⅓ Cup Buffalo Wing Sauce
2 Cups Chicken cooked and shredded
8 Pieces Lettuce Cups romaine or butter lettuce
¼ Cup Blue Cheese or Ranch Dressing
½ Cup Celery chopped

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

Rinse and dry the lettuce leaves to keep them crisp, then lay them flat for easy wrapping; dice the celery and set aside.
In a bowl, toss shredded chicken with buffalo sauce and melted butter (if using), then let it rest briefly to absorb the flavor.
Spoon the buffalo chicken mixture into the center of each lettuce leaf, keeping the filling in the middle to prevent tearing.
Top with celery and drizzle with blue cheese or ranch dressing, then fold the lettuce around the filling and serve immediately.

Notes

Pick sturdy lettuce leaves: Romaine or butter lettuce works best because they hold the filling without tearing. Softer leaves may fall apart once filled with chicken and sauce.
Adjust the spice level: Add more buffalo sauce if you love heat or mix in a little ranch or yogurt to make it milder. This way, the wraps can fit everyone’s taste.
Prep chicken ahead of time: Shredded chicken can be cooked and stored earlier, saving you time at mealtime. Just warm it up and toss with the sauce before serving.
Add fun toppings: Try blue cheese crumbles, diced celery, or avocado slices for extra crunch and flavor. Simple toppings can make the wraps more filling and exciting.

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