Description

These buffalo chicken salad lettuce wraps are a light, flavorful, and crunchy snack or light meal featuring tender buffalo chicken salad wrapped in crisp lettuce with a creamy ranch drizzle.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded (rotisserie chicken works great)
1/3 cup buffalo sauce (e.g., Frank’s RedHot)
1/4 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
1/4 cup finely diced celery
2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions
8 large romaine or butter lettuce leaves, washed and dried
Shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Ranch dressing for drizzle (store-bought or homemade)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Optional add-ins: diced avocado, chopped cilantro, squeeze of lime

Instructions

Shred about 2 cups (about 10.5 oz) of cooked chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. Using rotisserie chicken saves time here. (5 minutes)
In a small bowl, combine 1/3 cup (2.7 fl oz) buffalo sauce with 1/4 cup (2 fl oz) mayonnaise or Greek yogurt. Stir until smooth and creamy. (2 minutes)
Toss the shredded chicken in the buffalo sauce mixture until fully coated. Ensure each piece is nicely covered but not swimming in sauce. (3 minutes)
Stir in 1/4 cup (about 1 oz) finely diced celery and 2 tablespoons (about 0.4 oz) sliced green onions for crunch and mild flavor. Season with 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste. (3 minutes)
Rinse and pat dry 8 large romaine or butter lettuce leaves. Choose leaves that hold together well. (5 minutes)
Spoon a generous heaping of the buffalo chicken salad onto the center of each leaf. If desired, sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese for added richness. (5 minutes)
Using a spoon or small ladle, drizzle ranch dressing over the top of each wrap. This creamy drizzle balances the heat perfectly. (2 minutes)
Serve immediately for maximum crunch and flavor contrast. Optionally, chill the chicken salad beforehand for a cooler bite.

Notes

If buffalo sauce is too spicy, add more mayo or Greek yogurt to mellow the heat. Keep lettuce leaves dry to avoid sogginess. Shred chicken finely for easier wrapping and better sauce coverage. Prepare chicken salad ahead and chill for enhanced flavor and easier assembly. Use sturdy lettuce like romaine or butter lettuce for best results. Dairy-free ranch and mayo can be used for vegan or dairy-free versions. Protein swaps like turkey or chickpeas work well.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Snack
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 wraps
Calories: 280
Fat: 15
Carbohydrates: 6
Fiber: 2
Protein: 28

Keywords: buffalo chicken, lettuce wraps, ranch dressing, party snacks, low carb, keto, gluten-free, quick recipe