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Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps

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These Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps are a fresh, healthy lunch option featuring creamy Greek yogurt chicken salad, crisp lettuce leaves, and crunchy veggies. Quick to prepare and customizable, they’re perfect for meal prep, picnics, or a light weekday meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped (rotisserie chicken works perfectly)
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or 2% for creaminess)
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup diced celery
  • 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley or dill
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 head romaine lettuce or butter lettuce (leaves separated, washed and dried)
  • Optional: sliced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, or thinly sliced avocado for topping
  • Optional: 1/3 cup seedless grapes, halved
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts or slivered almonds
  • Optional: smoked paprika or hot sauce for a spicy kick

Instructions

  1. Prep the chicken: Shred or chop cooked chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. If using rotisserie chicken, remove skin and bones first.
  2. Mix the dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and garlic powder until smooth.
  3. Add veggies and herbs: Fold in diced celery, red onion, and chopped parsley or dill. Add grapes or nuts if using.
  4. Combine chicken and dressing: Add chicken to the bowl and gently mix until everything is coated. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Prepare lettuce wraps: Wash and dry 8-10 large lettuce leaves. Lay them out flat on a serving platter.
  6. Assemble: Spoon about 1/4 cup of chicken salad into each lettuce leaf. Top with cucumber, tomatoes, or avocado if desired. Fold up edges or roll gently.
  7. Serve: Arrange wraps on a platter, sprinkle with extra herbs or black pepper, and serve immediately. If prepping ahead, keep salad and lettuce separate until serving.

Notes

For best crunch, keep chicken salad and lettuce separate until serving. Use sturdy lettuce like romaine or butter lettuce. Chill chicken salad for 30 minutes for better flavor. Customize with grapes, nuts, or extra herbs. For dairy-free, use coconut or almond milk yogurt. Leftover chicken salad can be used for sandwiches or as a dip.

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Keywords: chicken salad, lettuce wraps, Greek yogurt, healthy lunch, meal prep, gluten-free, low-carb, picnic, easy recipe

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