Best Mediterranean Chicken Lettuce Wraps Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

CHICKEN LETTUCE WRAPS RECIPE (MEDITERRANEAN-STYLE, MEAL PREP OPTION)



Chicken Lettuce Wraps Recipe (Mediterranean-Style, Meal Prep Option) image

Healthy chicken lettuce wraps, Mediterranean style! These chicken wraps are a high-protein meal, filled with hummus, zucchini, a tasty and fresh cucumber avocado salad and garlic sauce. This is a healthy chicken dinner idea that is full of flavor, delicious and gluten-free! This chicken recipe comes with an easy meal prep option and also a low carb / keto option!

Provided by Her Highness - Hungry Me

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 23

10oz (300g) boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 tsp mint, dry
1 tsp crushed red pepper
1 tsp rosemary
1 tsp coriander
1 garlic clove, minced
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 zucchini
lettuce
1/2 avocado, diced
1 cucumber, chopped
1 tomato, chopped
1/2 onion, thinly chopped
1 cups chickpeas, canned, rinsed and drained
1 1/2 tsp tahini
1/2 lemon, juice of
1/3 tsp chili powder
1 garlic clove
3 tbsp water
1/3 cup cashews, soaked overnight
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 garlic clove
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Wash the lettuce leaves and let them dry.
  • Cut the chicken in bite-sized pieces and add it to a non-stick pan with some olive oil. Cook at medium-high and add mint, crushed red pepper, rosemary, coriander and garlic. Cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring from time to time to get it done and golden-brown.
  • Cut the zucchini length-wise or in circles and cook it in a non-stick pan with some olive oil. Turn after 3-4 minutes until zucchini and cook until done. (slicing length-wise would make cooking easier) Alternatively, you can also grill the zucchini.
  • For the salad toss cucumber, avocado, onion and tomato with a little bit of olive oil and salt.
  • Make the hummus and the garlic sauce - simply blend the ingredients for each using a highspeed or immersion blender.
  • Arrange the lettuce wraps: Add a tbsp hummus, some chicken, some salad, zucchini and top with the garlic sauce. Enjoy immediately!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 397 calories, Carbohydrate 34 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 46 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 23 grams fat, Fiber 10 grams fiber, Protein 20 grams protein, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Sodium 289 grams sodium, Sugar 9 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams unsaturated fat

MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN LETTUCE WRAP TACOS



Mediterranean Chicken Lettuce Wrap Tacos image

With only 350 calories, this recipe from The Cheesecake Factory's new SkinnyLicious Menu makes a light and healthy lunch option.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 14

12 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 4-inch-long, 1-inch-thick strips
2 teaspoons Mediterranean Spice
1/4 cup Balsamic Vinaigrette for Mediterranean Chicken Lettuce Wrap Tacos
4 romaine lettuce leaves, shredded
1 tablespoon thinly sliced red onion
1/4 cup Red-Wine Vinaigrette for Mediterranean Chicken Lettuce Wrap Tacos
1/4 cup Tzatziki
12 butter lettuce leaves
4 Roma tomatoes, chopped
1 1/2 ounces crumbled feta cheese
12 kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
1 teaspoon chopped parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill pan over high heat. Season chicken with 1 teaspoon Mediterranean spice and place on grill. Cook, basting with balsamic vinaigrette and turning once, until cooked through, about 2 minutes per side. Season chicken with remaining teaspoon Mediterranean spice and remove from grill; set aside.
  • Place shredded romaine lettuce and red onions in a medium bowl; drizzle with red-wine vinaigrette and toss to combine. Divide mixture evenly among butter lettuce leaves and drizzle each with 1 teaspoon tzatziki.
  • Top each taco with 1 piece of chicken and garnish with chopped tomatoes, feta cheese, and olives. Season with parsley, basil, and oregano; serve.

MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN LETTUCE WRAPS RECIPE



Mediterranean Chicken Lettuce Wraps Recipe image

Provided by Powered by Mom

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup of romaine or butter lettuce, large chunks plus whole leaves of the lettuce when serving
4 ounces of chicken thighs (or chicken breasts) cooked. I cooked the chicken with herbs: oregano, rosemary & garlic.
1/2 cup cherry or grape tomatoes
1/4 cup kalamata olives pitted
1/4 cup feta cheese.

Steps:

  • Place all the ingredients in the order listed in a food processor (or chop by hand and mix).
  • process into large chunks, don't over-process you don't want a puree
  • Serve on large leaves of lettuce
  • Top with chopped basil leaves (optional)
  • If you don't cook the chicken with herbs then add a bit to the mix.

MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN LETTUCE WRAPS



Mediterranean Chicken Lettuce Wraps image

These Mediterranean chicken lettuce wraps are healthy, refreshing and full of Mediterranean flavors! Crispy romaine lettuce is topped with grilled chicken, artichokes, sun-dried tomatoes and oranges. Greek yogurt dressing is the perfect companion for this easy appetizer!

Provided by Julia

Categories     Appetizer     Dinner     Lunch

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 Large Chicken Breast
Salt & Black Pepper ( to taste)
1 tsp Dried Rosemary
1 tsp Dried Oregano
1-2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 Medium Lemon
5 tbsp Greek Yogurt
ΒΌ cup Fresh Flat Leaf Parsley (, chopped )
3 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 tbsp Lemon Juice (, freshly Squeezed )
1 Large Orange
5-6 Sun-Dried Tomatoes (, drained)
3 Baby Romaine Lettuce Heads
8 Artichoke Hearts (, drained)
1 Spring Onion

Steps:

  • Season the chicken breast with salt, pepper and the herbs. Pour some olive oil onto a skillet or frying pan and cook on both sides until it's cooked through.
  • Cut the artichoke hearts in halves and place them the cut side onto the same skillet/frying pan or grill pan. Add lemon juice to the pan. Cook the artichokes until they are nice and brown.
  • Meanwhile prepare the yogurt dressing: Combine the yogurt, chopped parsley, olive oil and lemon juice in a bowl and mix with a spoon until combined.
  • Peel the orange, cut into segments and then into small pieces. Slice the sun-dried tomatoes. Wash and pat dry the lettuce leaves. Cut the spring onion.
  • Arrange all the ingredients (including grilled and sliced chicken breast and artichokes) inside the leaves and drizzle over the yogurt dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 82 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 5 g, Cholesterol 9 mg, Sodium 102 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHICKEN LETTUCE WRAPS (MEDITERRANEAN STYLE)



Chicken lettuce wraps (Mediterranean style) image

This chicken lettuce wraps recipe is a healthy (and keto-friendly) way to enjoy your meal. It comes with a homemade everything bagel seasoning and a delicious Greek yogurt sauce.

Provided by Makos

Categories     Appetizer     Lunch     Main Course

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 21

8 butter lettuce leaves (from the middle of the lettuce)
1 pound skinless chicken breast (thinly sliced or ground)
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt and freshly grated pepper
1 teaspoon dried oregano
3 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning
1 red bell pepper, (diced)
2 tablespoons thick tomato paste
1 heaped cup (160 grams) cherry tomatoes cut in half
1/2 cup green onions or chives, (chopped)
1 cup Greek strained yogurt
2 tablespoons olive oil
3-4 teaspoons lemon juice
a generous pinch of salt
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh dill ((or basil or cilantro))
1 teaspoon dried garlic powder ((or 1 garlic clove minced, for stronger taste))
5 teaspoons sesame seeds
4 teaspoons dried onion flakes
1 teaspoon dried garlic powder
2 teaspoons Nigella seeds
2 teaspoons poppy seeds ((or black sesame seeds))

Steps:

  • Prepare the lettuce: Pick the leaves that are about the same size, rinse them and let them drain very well.
  • Make the everything bagel seasoning: Transfer all the ingredients to a bowl and mix to combine.
  • Make the filling: Heat a large saucepan over high heat. Add the olive oil and the chicken and let it brown well without stirring (about 5 minutes). Then stir and cook for another 3-4 minutes or until all the juices are evaporated.
  • Reduce heat to medium/high and add the salt, the pepper, the oregano, the everything bagel seasoning and the bell pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes more or until the chicken is cooked through.Add the tomato paste and stir to combine. Add the tomatoes and the green onions and cook for 1 more minute until warmed through (you want the tomatoes fresh and not cooked). Remove from the heat and set aside .
  • Prepare the Greek yogurt sauce: Transfer all of the ingredients in a bowl and mix to combine. Taste and adjust the salt , the garlic and the lemon juice to your liking.
  • Make the chicken lettuce wraps: Spread some yogurt sauce on each wrap and top with a couple tablespoons of the chicken filling. Finish with a sprinkle of everything bagel seasoning and some chopped green onions or chives. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 445 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving

MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN WRAP



Mediterranean Chicken Wrap image

This is a very tasty wrap with hummus and other good stuff. Easy to make especially if you have leftover chicken. It is good without the chicken and just plain. You may substitute romaine lettuce for the spinach.

Provided by Mimi in Maine

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large flat bread or 2 flour tortillas
3 chicken tenders (cooked and cut lengthwise or leftover chicken)
1 (8 ounce) container hummus
10 kalamata olives (sliced)
1 medium cucumber (thinly sliced)
1 tomatoes (seeded and chopped)
1/2 cup Baby Spinach (chopped)
1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
6 slices green peppers, thinly sliced (optional)

Steps:

  • Spread the flat bread with the hummus almost to the edge.
  • Arrange the rest of the ingredients over the hummus.
  • Roll up and cut in half.

MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN LETTUCE WRAPS RECIPE - (4.3/5)



Mediterranean Chicken Lettuce Wraps Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by jeaninemg

Number Of Ingredients 14

12 ounces chicken breasts, boneless skinless, cut into 4-inch-long, 1-inch-thick strips
2 teaspoons Mediterranean Spice
1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette
4 romaine lettuce leaves, shredded
1 tablespoon red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup red wine vinaigrette
1/4 cup tzatziki, divided
12 butter lettuce leaves
4 Roma tomatoes, chopped
1 1/2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
12 kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
1 teaspoon parsley, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill pan over high heat. Season chicken with 1 teaspoon Mediterranean spice and place on grill. Cook, basting with balsamic vinaigrette and turning once, until cooked through, about 2 minutes per side. Season chicken with remaining teaspoon Mediterranean spice and remove from grill; set aside. Place shredded romaine lettuce and red onions in a medium bowl; drizzle with red-wine vinaigrette and toss to combine. Divide mixture evenly among butter lettuce leaves and drizzle each with 1 teaspoon tzatziki. Top each lettuce leaf with 1 piece of chicken and garnish with chopped tomatoes, feta cheese, and olives. Season with parsley, basil, and oregano; serve.

Related Topics