Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps: Easy to make, keto-friendly
I’m not crazy about Buffalo spice, but my fam is, so I figured out a pretty good Keto alternative. It keeps them interested and I can eat the same food, right along with them. My Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps are the keto answer to bold, spicy, satisfying flavor without the carbs. Tender shredded chicken is tossed in tangy buffalo sauce and wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves—no bun or tortilla required. It’s everything you want from a buffalo chicken sandwich, minus the carb crash.
buffalo chicken lettuce wraps are fast to make and easy to customize with your favorite toppings like ranch or blue cheese, avocado, and celery. They’re perfect for game day, meal prep, or a quick weeknight dinner that brings the heat without blowing your macros.
Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🔥 Cook Time: 10 minutes
⏱ Total Time: 20 minutes
📊 Nutrition (per serving — serves 4):
- Total Carbs: 5g
- Net Carbs: 4g
- Fat: 23g
- Protein: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar Alcohols: 0g
🛒 Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works great)
- ⅓ cup buffalo sauce (Frank’s RedHot or similar, no added sugar)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 head romaine or butter lettuce (for wraps)
- ½ avocado, sliced (optional)
- 2 tablespoons ranch or blue cheese dressing (optional)
- 1 stalk celery, thinly sliced (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
👩🍳 Instructions:
- Make the buffalo chicken
In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add shredded chicken and buffalo sauce. Stir to coat and warm through, about 3–4 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. - Prep the lettuce wraps
Separate lettuce leaves, rinse, and pat dry. Use the largest, most intact leaves for easy wrapping. - Assemble and serve
Spoon buffalo chicken into each lettuce leaf. Top with avocado, celery slices, and a drizzle of ranch or blue cheese dressing, if desired. Serve immediately.
These buffalo chicken lettuce wraps bring all the fire and flavor of buffalo wings in a cleaner, low-carb format. The crunchy lettuce contrasts perfectly with the warm, saucy chicken, and the optional toppings let you make them as mild or wild as you want.
They also make great leftovers—just store the chicken separately and reheat before assembling. Whether you need a quick lunch, an easy dinner, or a keto-friendly party platter, these Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps check every box.
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