This recipe proved to be a winner, not only when wrapped in lettuce, but also when served as a sandwich, dip or salad with tortilla chips. It is so easy to make it ahead, chill and take for a picnic or potluck. &mdash;June Barrus, Springville, Utah


Mexican Lettuce Wraps

chicken breast

(15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained

tomato,

(4 ounces) chopped green chiles

salsa

onion

sweet red pepper

lime juice

cumin

salt

garlic powder

avocado,

sour cream

Bibb lettuce leaves

26g protein.  <B><b>Diabetic Exchanges</b>: </B>3 lean meat

In a large bowl, combine the first 11 ingredients. Refrigerate until serving.

Just before serving, stir in avocado. Place 1/2 cup chicken mixture on each lettuce leaf; top each with 2 teaspoons sour cream. Fold lettuce over filling.

These were great!  Made a few changes...because we like our food spicy, used 2 T. chopped jalapenos in place of the milder green chilies.  Omitted the red pepper because we don't care for it.  And added 3 T. chopped cilantro and an extra avocado.  Didn't find Bibb or Boston lettuce at the store this week, but used iceberg with good results.

My husband and I really enjoy this recipe. It makes for a light and satisfying lunch.  It's even easier to make with canned tomatoes and peppers and leftover chicken.

Everyone I make this for loves it. It's easy to change up to your preferences and it's full of flavor.

Tasty...difficulty finding lettuce to hold it together.

great new take on traditional mexican food!  I added a little bit of fresh corn and some cheese and NO left-overs...

I made this exactly as written and it was super quick and easy for a light, dinner on a hot summer night.

mexican lettuce wraps

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Total: 20 minutes

Servings: 6

Author : Taste of Home

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