Green Goddess Chicken Wraps (Printer-Friendly)

Tender chicken tossed in herbaceous green goddess dressing in crisp lettuce leaves for a fresh, light dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced (about 2 medium breasts)

→ Green Goddess Dressing

02 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise for a richer flavor)
03 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
05 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh tarragon, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
08 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
09 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
10 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
11 - 1 teaspoon anchovy paste (optional, omit for vegetarian)
12 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Salad Add-Ins

13 - 1/2 cup celery, finely diced
14 - 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
15 - 1/4 cup scallions, thinly sliced
16 - 1/4 cup radishes, thinly sliced
17 - 1 ripe avocado, diced

→ To Serve

18 - 1 large head butter lettuce or romaine, leaves separated and washed
19 - Microgreens or extra fresh herbs, for garnish (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, chives, parsley, tarragon, basil, garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, anchovy paste (if using), salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined.
02 - Add the cooked chicken, celery, cucumber, scallions, radishes, and avocado to the dressing. Gently toss until everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
03 - Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning with additional salt and freshly ground black pepper as needed.
04 - Arrange washed lettuce leaves on a serving platter. Spoon the chicken salad mixture into each leaf, dividing evenly among servings.
05 - Sprinkle with microgreens or extra fresh herbs if desired. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld together.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The Green Goddess dressing tastes like something from a fancy cafe but comes together in minutes
  • Lettuce wraps make you feel virtuous without sacrificing satisfaction
  • You can prep everything ahead and assemble when hunger strikes
02 -
  • The dressing intensifies after a few hours in the refrigerator, so do not be afraid to make it ahead
  • Butter lettuce works best because its cup shaped leaves hold filling without tearing
  • Avocado will brown slightly if the salad sits too long, so fold it in just before serving
03 -
  • Chill your lettuce leaves in ice water for 15 minutes before serving for extra crispness
  • Use kitchen shears to snip fresh herbs directly into the bowl for maximum flavor retention

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