Description
Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Lettuce Cups are a delicious and vibrant option for both quick weeknight dinners and festive gatherings. These fresh lettuce wraps combine the sweetness of honey with zesty lime, perfectly complementing tender chicken and creamy avocado. Not only are they quick to prepare in under 30 minutes, but they’re also packed with lean protein and fresh veggies, making them a nutritious choice for any occasion. Customize your cups with toppings of your choice, creating a fun and interactive dining experience that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken (breast or thighs), chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 head romaine or butter lettuce, leaves separated
- 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed
- 1 cup corn (canned or fresh)
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp chipotle or smoked paprika
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in honey, lime juice, garlic, salt, pepper, cumin, and smoked paprika; cook for an additional 8-10 minutes until cooked through.
- In a separate bowl, mix Greek yogurt, lime juice, chipotle, and salt to form the sauce.
- Assemble by placing a spoonful of the chicken mixture in each lettuce leaf, topping with avocado, black beans, corn, and cilantro.
- Drizzle with sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 lettuce cups (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg