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Healthy Pesto Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Healthy Pesto Chicken Lettuce Wraps for Guilt-Free Indulgence

Healthy Pesto Chicken Lettuce Wraps for a guilt-free indulgence, combining tender chicken, zesty pesto, and fresh veggies in crisp lettuce leaves.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 wraps
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Healthy
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Mixture
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast Substitute with thighs for juicier option.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Avocado oil can be substituted.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • ½ cup Basil Pesto Homemade or store-bought.
  • ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese Substitute with nutritional yeast for dairy-free.
For the Fresh Elements
  • 1 cup Red Bell Pepper Substitute with any sweet pepper.
  • 1 large Avocado Use a ripe avocado.
  • ¼ cup Pine Nuts Substitute with walnuts or sliced almonds.
For the Wrapping
  • 8 leaves Lettuce Leaves (Bibb or Romaine) Ensure they are large enough to hold the filling.
Optional Garnish
  • 1 whole Lemon Wedges Adds tangy brightness.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 pound of chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 7-10 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  2. Lower the heat to medium-low and add ½ cup of basil pesto. Stir until chicken is evenly coated, cooking for another 1-2 minutes.
  3. Sprinkle in ¼ cup of grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and combined with the pesto.
  4. Remove from heat and fold in 1 diced avocado and 1 cup of sliced red bell pepper gently to maintain chunkiness.
  5. In a separate skillet, toast ¼ cup of pine nuts over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant.
  6. Select large lettuce leaves and spoon in the chicken mixture to assemble your wraps.
  7. Sprinkle toasted pine nuts over each filled leaf for added flavor and crunch.
  8. Serve immediately with lemon wedges for a refreshing citrus splash.

Nutrition

Serving: 1wrapCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Assemble wraps just before serving to keep lettuce crisp. Feel free to add extra veggies for crunch.

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