Description
Quick & Healthy Pesto Chicken Lettuce Wraps are a delicious low-carb dish that combines tender chicken with zesty pesto, all wrapped in crisp romaine lettuce. These refreshing wraps are perfect for lunch or dinner and can be prepared in just minutes, making them an ideal option for busy days. With vibrant flavors and satisfying textures, these wraps will delight your taste buds while keeping your carb count low.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds)
- 1 cup pesto sauce
- 8 romaine lettuce leaves
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; cook for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let rest before slicing.
- Slice the chicken into thin strips and toss with pesto until evenly coated.
- Lay out romaine lettuce leaves on a plate. Spoon the pesto-coated chicken onto each leaf without overfilling.
- Top with halved cherry tomatoes, shredded carrots, and fresh basil.
- Serve immediately, drizzled with extra pesto if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch/Dinner
- Method: Grilling/Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 wraps (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg