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Healthy Avocado Lime Chicken Lettuce Cups

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A fresh, light, and easy recipe combining zesty lime, creamy avocado, and perfectly seasoned chicken served in crisp butter lettuce leaves. Perfect for quick lunches or casual dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced or shredded
  • 2 medium ripe avocados, mashed or diced
  • Juice of 2 limes (about 3 tablespoons)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • About 12 large butter lettuce leaves, washed and dried
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced chicken breast and season with ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and slightly golden. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  2. In a medium bowl, mash the avocados with a fork until creamy but still chunky. Stir in lime juice, minced garlic, chopped red onion, minced jalapeño (if using), and chopped cilantro. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Adjust lime or salt to taste.
  3. Fold the cooled chicken gently into the avocado mixture until evenly coated but still chunky. Add a splash of water or more lime juice if mixture is too thick.
  4. Separate butter lettuce leaves carefully, rinse under cold water, and dry thoroughly.
  5. Spoon generous amounts of the avocado-lime chicken mixture into each lettuce leaf, folding or wrapping gently to form cups. Serve immediately.

Notes

Do not overcook the chicken to keep it juicy. Use fresh lime juice to prevent avocado browning and enhance flavor. Butter lettuce is preferred for its tenderness and flexibility, but romaine or iceberg can be used as substitutes. Prepare avocado mixture close to serving time for best freshness. Store chicken and avocado mixture separately if making ahead.

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Keywords: avocado, lime, chicken, lettuce cups, healthy, light meal, quick recipe, gluten-free, dairy-free

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