Chicken Fajita Lettuce Wraps
Spicy chicken fajitas wrapped in crisp lettuce instead of tortillas. A low-carb, gluten-free dinner with 39g protein and tons of flavor.
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Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs chicken breast, sliced thin
- 2 bell peppers (red and yellow), sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Juice of 2 limes
- 12 large butter lettuce leaves
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- 1
Make fajita seasoning
Mix chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- 2
Season chicken
Toss chicken strips with half the fajita seasoning and lime juice. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
- 3
Cook chicken
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- 4
Cook vegetables
In the same skillet, add remaining oil, peppers, and onions. Cook for 5-7 minutes until tender. Add garlic and remaining seasoning, cook 1 minute more.
- 5
Combine
Return chicken to skillet with vegetables. Toss to combine and heat through.
- 6
Assemble wraps
Spoon chicken and vegetable mixture into lettuce leaves. Top with avocado slices, Greek yogurt, and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.
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How long does it take to make Chicken Fajita Lettuce Wraps?
The listed total time is 30 minutes. Prep time is 15 minutes and cooking time is 15 minutes. Follow the instructions for any resting or chilling steps.
How many servings does this Chicken Fajita Lettuce Wraps recipe make?
This recipe yields 4 servings.
What is the difficulty level of this Chicken Fajita Lettuce Wraps recipe?
The listed difficulty level is easy.