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Chicken Club Lettuce Wraps make lunch or dinner feel fresh and satisfying without feeling heavy. They are packed with juicy chicken crisp bacon creamy avocado and a punchy Dijon dressing all tucked into crisp lettuce leaves for the perfect bite. These have become my go to recipe when I want something quick healthy and full of flavor.
I first made these wraps on a hot summer afternoon and have been hooked ever since. My family loves piling on their favorite ingredients and everyone ends up licking their fingers.
Ingredients
- Shredded or chopped chicken breasts: brings lots of lean protein and soaks up the dressing beautifully. I usually cook extra chicken at the start of the week just for these wraps
- Grape tomatoes: diced for bursts of sweet juiciness. Look for firm and brightly colored tomatoes
- Avocado: diced for creamy texture and healthy fats. Choose avocados that yield slightly when gently pressed
- Cooked bacon: diced for savory crunch. Thick cut bacon gives extra texture
- Iceberg or romaine lettuce leaves: large for easy wrapping and maximum crunch. Pick heads with crisp and unblemished leaves
- Dijon mustard: for bold tangy flavor in the dressing. Smooth Dijon is best
- Sour cream: gives the dressing a rich creamy texture. Check for freshness
- Freshly ground black pepper: adds a zesty kick
Step by Step Instructions
- Make the Creamy Dijon Dressing:
- In a small bowl whisk together the Dijon mustard sour cream and a good grind of fresh black pepper until smooth and creamy. Set this aside as your flavorful topping
- Prepare Lettuce Leaves:
- Carefully separate your iceberg or romaine leaves and gently wash and dry them. Lay out the best eight leaves on a plate for sturdy wraps
- Assemble the Wraps:
- Divide the chicken evenly among the lettuce leaves creating a little pile in the center of each. Sprinkle over the diced grape tomatoes and creamy avocado making sure every bite gets a bit of each
- Add Bacon and Dressing:
- Scatter the diced bacon generously over each wrap then drizzle the Creamy Dijon Dressing right on top. Try to distribute it evenly so everyone gets flavor in every bite
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Fold up each lettuce leaf taco style and pick it up with your hands. The crunch and juiciness together are what make these wraps so irresistible
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I always look forward to the first bite when the bacon is extra crispy. My daughter loves helping me arrange the fillings artfully before we sit down to eat together. These wraps are as much about the fun assembly as the eating.
Storage Tips
Keep the lettuce leaves and filling separate if making ahead. Store the chicken bacon avocado and tomatoes together in an airtight container and the dressing in a small jar in the fridge. Assemble wraps just before serving to keep the lettuce crisp.
Ingredient Substitutions
Use rotisserie chicken to save more time or swap in turkey breast. Try Greek yogurt in place of sour cream for a lighter dressing. Any sturdy lettuce leaf like butter lettuce works if iceberg or romaine is not available. Crisp prosciutto is another tasty alternative to bacon.
Serving Suggestions
Pile the wraps on a big platter for casual get togethers. Add extra toppings like sliced radish or a sprinkle of feta for variety. A side of fruit or a handful of chips makes this meal picnic ready.
Cultural Context
The club sandwich is an American classic often stacked with meats and crisp lettuce. These wraps borrow those flavors in a lighter fresher form while still giving you all the elements you love about the original.
Frequently Asked Questions About Recipes
- → What type of chicken works best?
Use cooked, shredded or chopped chicken breasts for the most tender texture. Rotisserie chicken is a convenient option as well.
- → Can I substitute the lettuce variety?
Iceberg or romaine both provide sturdy leaves and a crunchy bite, but butter lettuce offers a softer option if preferred.
- → How can I prepare the bacon?
Bake, pan-fry, or microwave the bacon until crisp, then drain and dice for easy sprinkling over the wraps.
- → Is the creamy Dijon dressing adjustable?
Absolutely! You can add more mustard for extra tang or swap sour cream for Greek yogurt to lighten it up.
- → How do I keep the wraps from falling apart?
Double-layer the lettuce leaves and avoid overfilling for the best hold. Serve immediately for optimal texture.