Chicken Mango Lettuce Wraps (Printable Version)

Grilled chicken paired with fresh mango salsa and crisp lettuce for a healthy, light meal option.

# Ingredient List:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 14 oz)
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon lime juice
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
05 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Mango Salsa

08 - 1 large ripe mango, diced
09 - 1/2 red bell pepper, finely diced
10 - 1/4 small red onion, finely chopped
11 - 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
12 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
13 - Juice of 1 lime
14 - Pinch of salt

→ Wraps and Assembly

15 - 8 large butter lettuce leaves (or romaine hearts)
16 - 1 small avocado, sliced
17 - Lime wedges, for serving

# Directions:

01 - Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
02 - In a bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Coat chicken breasts evenly with the mixture.
03 - Grill chicken for 6 to 7 minutes per side until fully cooked and juices run clear. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
04 - While the chicken cooks, combine diced mango, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño (if using), cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt in a medium bowl. Toss gently to combine.
05 - Lay lettuce leaves on a serving platter. Arrange sliced chicken, a spoonful of mango salsa, and avocado slices onto each leaf.
06 - Serve immediately with lime wedges for squeezing.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Light and refreshing
  • Healthy and flavorful
02 -
  • Substitute chicken with grilled shrimp or tofu for a pescatarian or vegetarian option
  • Add cooked quinoa or brown rice to the wraps for extra heartiness
03 -
  • Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes for deeper flavor
  • Use ripe mangoes for the best balance of sweetness and tartness
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