BBQ Chicken Lettuce Wraps
BBQ Chicken Lettuce Wraps are a quick, easy, and healthy weeknight meal that is sure to please the whole family. They are packed with flavor and nutrients, and they are also incredibly easy to make. These BBQ Chicken Lettuce Wraps are gluten free, dairy free, low fat and low carb. One of the best things about BBQ Chicken Lettuce Wraps is that they are very easy to make. All you need is a 4 simple ingredients: lettuce, chicken and bbq sauce! You can have them on the table in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1/2 cup water or chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 head lettuce leaves separated
- Optional toppings: chopped red onion sauted peppers, sliced pickles
Instructions
- Place the chicken in the slow cooker.
- Add the water, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 3-4 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Shred the chicken with two forks and add to a bowl.
- Mix the chicken with bbq sauce.
- To assemble the lettuce wraps, place a spoonful of shredded chicken in each lettuce leaf.
- Top with your desired toppings.
- Fold up the lettuce leaf and enjoy!
Notes
Serving: BBQ Chicken Lettuce Wraps can be served as a main course or as an appetizer. They are also a great option for lunch or dinner on the go.
To serve, simply place a spoonful of shredded chicken in each lettuce leaf. Top with your desired toppings and enjoy.
Storing: BBQ Chicken Lettuce Wraps can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To store, simply place the assembled lettuce wraps in an airtight container.
BBQ Chicken Lettuce Wraps can also be stored in the freezer for up to 2 months. To freeze, simply place the assembled lettuce wraps in a freezer-safe container.
Reheating: To reheat BBQ Chicken Lettuce Wraps, simply place them in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high for 30-60 seconds, or until heated through. You can also reheat them in a skillet over medium heat until heated through.
Tips for reheating: If the BBQ Chicken Lettuce Wraps wraps are dry, you can add more bbq sauce. If the bbq chicken was frozen, you may need to microwave them for longer or add more sauce. You can also reheat the bbq chicken in a skillet over medium heat. Add a splash of water or bbq sauce to the skillet to prevent the chicken from drying out.
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