Chicken Mango Lettuce Wraps

A light and refreshing bowl meal featuring juicy grilled chicken, vibrant mango salsa, and crisp lettuce wraps—perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner.

This recipe quickly became a favorite in my household thanks to its vibrant flavors and easy assembly.

Ingredients

• Chicken: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 400 g), 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon lime juice, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Mango Salsa: 1 large ripe mango diced, 1/2 red bell pepper finely diced, 1/4 small red onion finely chopped, 1 small jalapeño seeded and minced (optional), 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped, Juice of 1 lime, Pinch of salt
• Wraps & Assembly: 8 large butter lettuce leaves (or romaine hearts), 1 small avocado sliced, Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

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Step 1:

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.

Step 2:

In a bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat evenly.

Step 3:

Grill chicken for 6–7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and juices run clear. Remove from grill and let rest 5 minutes then slice thinly.

Step 4:

While chicken cooks, prepare mango salsa In a medium bowl, mix mango, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño (if using), cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Toss gently to combine.

Step 5:

To assemble, lay lettuce leaves on a platter. Add sliced chicken, a generous spoonful of mango salsa, and avocado slices to each leaf.

Step 6:

Serve immediately with lime wedges for squeezing.

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This dish always brings my family together especially on sunny weekends when we enjoy assembling the wraps ourselves.

Notes

For a spicier salsa leave the jalapeño seeds in.

Required Tools

Grill or grill pan, Mixing bowls, Sharp knife, Cutting board, Tongs

Nutritional Information

Calories 260, Total Fat 10 g, Carbohydrates 18 g, Protein 24 g

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This recipe is perfect for a quick healthy meal that doesn't sacrifice flavor or freshness.

Recipe FAQs

→ How should the chicken be cooked for best results?

Grill the chicken over medium-high heat for 6-7 minutes per side until juices run clear and the meat is fully cooked. Let it rest before slicing.

→ Can the mango salsa be adjusted for spiciness?

Yes, keeping the jalapeño seeds will increase heat, or omit the jalapeño for a milder salsa.

→ What type of lettuce works best for wrapping?

Butter lettuce or romaine hearts are ideal due to their sturdy, crisp leaves that hold the filling well.

→ Are there suggested protein substitutions?

Grilled shrimp or tofu can replace chicken for pescatarian or vegetarian variations without compromising flavor.

→ How can the wraps be made heartier?

Adding cooked quinoa or brown rice to the filling boosts the meal's substance and nutrition.