Description
This Chicken Caesar Salad Lettuce Wrap recipe is a quick and delicious low-carb meal perfect for lunch, appetizers, or light snacks. It combines tender cooked chicken breast with classic Caesar dressing, Parmesan cheese, and crunchy croutons, all wrapped in fresh, crisp lettuce leaves. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, it’s a healthy and satisfying option that captures all the flavors of a traditional Caesar salad without the carbs of bread or croutons.
Ingredients
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Salad Filling
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast (shredded or chopped)
- 1/3 cup Caesar dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Wraps and Toppings
- 8–10 large romaine or butter lettuce leaves
- 1/2 cup croutons (crushed slightly)
- Extra Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)
- Lemon wedges for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken, Caesar dressing, grated Parmesan cheese, lemon juice (if using), and black pepper. Stir well until everything is evenly coated and mixed together.
- Prepare the Lettuce Leaves: Gently separate the large lettuce leaves, then thoroughly wash and pat them dry to remove any excess moisture. This ensures crisp wraps that don’t get soggy.
- Assemble the Wraps: Spoon a generous portion of the chicken Caesar mixture into the center of each crisp lettuce leaf, distributing the filling evenly among the leaves.
- Add Crunchy Toppings: Sprinkle the slightly crushed croutons on top of the chicken mixture in each wrap for extra texture and crunch.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally, garnish each wrap with additional grated Parmesan and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to enhance flavor. Serve the lettuce wraps immediately for best freshness and taste.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken as a convenient shortcut to save time.
- For a low-carb version, omit the croutons or substitute them with crushed almonds or seeds.
- To add extra flavor, consider mixing in minced garlic or anchovy paste into the Caesar dressing.
- Ensure the lettuce leaves are dry to prevent sogginess and maintain wrap integrity.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 wraps
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
