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A top-down view of several assembled Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps. The glossy orange-red sauce on the chicken contrasts with the fresh green lettuce and white blue cheese.

The Best Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps (Vibrant & Saucy)

These vibrant Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps feature tender shredded chicken in a glossy, spicy sauce, crisp butter lettuce, and a cool, creamy blue cheese drizzle. A perfect low-carb, quick, and easy meal for lunch or dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large head Butter Lettuce Bibb or Boston lettuce also work perfectly.
  • 3 cups Cooked shredded chicken about 450g, from a rotisserie chicken or cooked chicken breasts.
  • 1/2 cup Frank's RedHot Original Cayenne Pepper Sauce 120ml
  • 4 tbsp Unsalted butter 57g, melted
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic powder 2g
  • 1/2 cup Blue cheese crumbles 60g
  • 1/4 cup Blue cheese dressing 60ml, or Ranch dressing.
  • 2 tbsp Finely chopped fresh chives 8g

Equipment

  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Small saucepan
  • 1 Whisk

Instructions
 

  1. Carefully separate the leaves from the head of butter lettuce. Wash them gently and pat completely dry. Set aside.
  2. In a small saucepan over low-medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Remove from heat and whisk in the Frank's RedHot sauce and garlic powder until a smooth, glossy sauce forms.
  3. Place the shredded chicken in a large bowl. Pour the warm buffalo sauce over top and toss gently to ensure all the chicken is evenly coated.
  4. Spoon the buffalo chicken mixture into the prepared lettuce cups. Drizzle with blue cheese dressing and sprinkle with blue cheese crumbles and finely chopped chives. Serve immediately.

Notes

Don't Overfill: To avoid a messy eating experience, don’t overstuff the lettuce cups.
Warm the Chicken: For the best flavor, make sure your shredded chicken is slightly warm before tossing it with the sauce.
Shredding Chicken Made Easy: Use a stand mixer with the paddle attachment for perfectly shredded chicken in seconds.
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