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These Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps are light, refreshing, and full of flavor. Packed with tender chicken, crunchy celery, and sweet grapes, they’re perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner. You’ll love how easy they are to make!
These Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps have become my go-to for a quick, healthy meal. The combination of tender chicken, crunchy celery, and sweet grapes wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves is just so refreshing. They’re perfect for those busy days when you want something light but still packed with flavor. Trust me, you’ll love how easy and delicious these are!
Before You Start
- Grab a Rotisserie Chicken: Make things easy and use a rotisserie chicken from the store. It’s already cooked and seasoned, so it saves you time.
- Pick the Right Lettuce: Use sturdy lettuce like Romaine, Bibb, or Butter lettuce to hold the filling without falling apart. Rinse and pat them dry first.
- Crunch it Up: Swap almonds for your favorite nuts like walnuts or pecans for a different crunch and flavor.
- Prep Ahead: Make the chicken salad ahead of time and stick it in the fridge. Just assemble the wraps right before eating to keep the lettuce fresh.
- Adjust to Taste: If you like it creamier, add a bit more mayo or Greek yogurt. Taste as you go to get it just right.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Cooked Chicken: Shredded or diced. Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Mayonnaise: Adds creaminess to the salad. You can substitute with more Greek yogurt if you prefer a lighter option.
- Greek Yogurt: Lightens up the dressing while adding a tangy flavor. You can use all mayo if you prefer a richer taste.
- Dijon Mustard: Gives a slight tang and depth to the dressing.
- Lemon Juice: Adds freshness and a bit of acidity to balance the flavors.
- Spices: I chose garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper but feel free to season and customize to your taste.
- Celery: Finely chopped for crunch.
- Red Grapes: Halved for a burst of sweetness. You can use green grapes or apple chunks as an alternative.
- Red Onion: Finely chopped for a bit of sharpness.
- Sliced Almonds: Adds a nice crunch. Swap with walnuts or pecans if you prefer.
- Large Lettuce Leaves: Romaine, Bibb, or Butter lettuce work best as they are sturdy enough to hold the filling.
In a large bowl, combine ½ cup of mayonnaise, ¼ cup of Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon of lemon juice, ½ teaspoon of garlic powder, ½ teaspoon of onion powder, salt, and pepper to taste. Mix until well combined. Tip: Mixing the dressing first allows for a smooth and even coating on the chicken and veggies.
Add 2 cups of shredded or diced cooked chicken, 1 cup of finely chopped celery, 1 cup of halved red grapes, ¼ cup of finely chopped red onion, and ¼ cup of sliced almonds to the bowl with the dressing. Stir until all the ingredients are well coated with the dressing.
Lay 12 large lettuce leaves (Romaine, Bibb, or Butter lettuce) on a clean surface or plate. Spoon a generous amount of chicken salad onto the center of each lettuce leaf. Tip: Using sturdy lettuce like Romaine or Bibb helps hold the chicken salad without tearing.
How To Serve
These Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps pair perfectly with a variety of sides to create a complete meal. Here are some great ideas to serve with your wraps:
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I store leftover chicken salad?
Store leftover chicken salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It’s best to keep the lettuce separate to prevent it from getting soggy.
Can I freeze chicken salad?
I don’t recommend freezing chicken salad because the mayonnaise and yogurt can separate and the texture of the grapes and celery can change. It’s best enjoyed fresh.
What can I substitute for grapes in the chicken salad?
You can use chopped apples, dried cranberries, or raisins as a substitute for grapes. They add a similar sweetness and texture.
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Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup celery finely chopped
- 1 cup red grapes halved
- ¼ cup red onion finely chopped
- ¼ cup sliced almonds
- 12 large lettuce leaves such as Romaine, Bibb, or Butter lettuce
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Add the shredded or diced chicken, celery, red grapes, red onion, and sliced almonds to the bowl. Stir until all the ingredients are well coated with the dressing.
- Lay the lettuce leaves on a clean surface or plate. Spoon a generous amount of chicken salad onto the center of each lettuce leaf. Serve immediately.
Tips & Notes:
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick and easy option.
- Keep the lettuce leaves and chicken salad separate until ready to serve to prevent sogginess.
- Swap grapes for chopped apples, dried cranberries, or raisins if you prefer.
- Add more Greek yogurt and less mayo for a lighter version.
- Fresh herbs like dill, parsley, or cilantro can add extra flavor.
Delicious easy peasy to makes I put cranberry’s in instead of grapes, and chopped walnuts instead of aldmonds! 😊👍
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe!
Excellent recipe! My husband loved it to. I switched the quantities of mayo and yogurt to lighten, as suggested, and forgot the onion & garlic salt (oops). I used reduced sugar Craisins because I didn’t have any grapes and think I like it even better. This is going into regular rotation. Thank you!
So glad you enjoyed the lettuce wraps! Switching the mayo and yogurt to lighten it up and using Craisins instead of grapes sounds perfect.