Imagine sinking your teeth into a fresh, zesty, and incredibly satisfying meal that's both low-carb and bursting with flavor - without the heavy guilt of traditional tacos! These Chicken Taco Lettuce Wraps are about to become your new obsession, combining the bold spices of Mexican cuisine with a light, crisp lettuce wrap that'll make your taste buds dance and your body thank you. Perfect for health-conscious foodies, busy weeknight dinners, or anyone looking to enjoy a delicious meal that doesn't compromise on taste or nutrition.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 head of romaine lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp chipotle sauce
- 1 avocado, sliced
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Wash romaine lettuce and separate large, intact leaves. Dice tomatoes, slice avocado, and set aside.
- In a medium skillet, heat pan over medium-high heat. Add ground chicken and break into small crumbles using a spatula.
- Cook chicken for 6-8 minutes, stirring frequently, until meat is thoroughly browned and no pink remains. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Sprinkle taco seasoning over cooked chicken, stirring to distribute evenly. Cook for additional 2-3 minutes to allow seasonings to blend.
- While chicken cooks, prepare chipotle sour cream sauce by mixing sour cream and chipotle sauce in a small bowl until well combined.
- Arrange clean lettuce leaves on serving plates, creating individual wrap bases.
- Spoon seasoned ground chicken into each lettuce leaf, distributing evenly.
- Top chicken with diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, and avocado slices.
- Drizzle chipotle sour cream sauce over each wrap just before serving.
- Serve immediately, allowing guests to fold and eat lettuce wraps as desired.
Tips
- Choose crisp, large romaine lettuce leaves for the best wrap structure and fresh crunch.
- Make sure to drain excess fat after cooking chicken to keep the wraps from becoming soggy.
- For extra flavor, toast your taco seasoning in the pan for 30 seconds before adding chicken.
- Prep all ingredients beforehand to ensure smooth, quick assembly.
- Keep chipotle sour cream sauce on the side for guests to control their spice level.
- For a meal prep-friendly version, store chicken and toppings separately and assemble just before eating.
- Use fresh, ripe avocados for the creamiest texture and richest flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 374kcal
Carbohydrates: 14g
Protein: 37g
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 80mg
