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Chicken Mango Lettuce Wraps

Chicken Mango Lettuce Wraps
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Chicken Mango Lettuce Wraps offer a fresh, flavorful, and healthy meal option that combines juicy mango sweetness with tender chicken and crisp butter lettuce. Perfect as a snack, light lunch, or casual dinner, these quick and easy wraps are customizable, colorful, and packed with vibrant textures and tastes.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast, lean and tender
  • 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
  • 8–10 butter lettuce leaves, soft and crisp
  • 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 3 green onions, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp lime juice, fresh
  • 1 tbsp honey or agave syrup
  • ¼ tsp chili flakes or 1 fresh chili, finely chopped (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breast with salt, pepper, and chili flakes if using. Cook in a skillet over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked through. Let it rest briefly before dicing into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Dice the Mango and Veggies: While chicken cooks, peel and dice the ripe mango into small cubes. Finely chop the red bell pepper, green onions, and cilantro to ensure a balanced mix of flavors and textures.
  3. Mix the Filling: In a bowl, combine the cooked chicken, mango cubes, chopped vegetables, lime juice, honey or agave, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Toss gently to distribute flavors evenly without mashing the mango.
  4. Assemble the Wraps: Lay out butter lettuce leaves and spoon the chicken mango mixture into each. Garnish with extra cilantro or chili flakes if desired. Serve immediately to enjoy maximum freshness and crispness.

Notes

  • Choose ripe mango that is sweet with slight firmness for best texture.
  • Do not overcook the chicken; cook just until done and let rest to keep it tender.
  • Use fresh herbs like cilantro or mint to elevate the dish’s freshness.
  • Chop all vegetables uniformly for a consistent bite.
  • Assemble wraps just before serving to prevent lettuce from wilting.

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Keywords: Chicken lettuce wraps, Mango chicken wraps, Healthy wraps, Gluten free snacks, Quick lunch recipes

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