Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Ingredients:

Boneless skinless chicken breast cut into very thin strips( 1/2 lb per person)

Southwest seasoning (can use taco or fajita seasoning as well)

Fresh chopped tomatoes

Fresh chopped red onion

Fresh diced cucumber

1 can pinto beans (drained & rinsed)

Fresh chopped cilantro

1 jar salsa verde

Lemon or lime wedges

1 head of Romaine lettuce(large leaves) rinsed and patted dry

Low Fat Shredded cheese(optional)

Directions:

Season Chicken strips with either southwest seasoning blend or taco/fajita seasoning blend

Add chicken to a lightly oiled non-stick skillet over medium heat,stirring occasionally

While chicken is cooking prepare fresh vegetables & toppings onto serving dish as shown above

Chicken will cook in 15-20 minutes

Serve chicken onto large Romaine leaves and top with shredded cheese(optional), fresh vegetables, and salsa verde.

Wrap lettuce like a burrito or soft taco and enjoy.

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