Chicken Mango Salsa Wraps (Printable)

Grilled chicken combined with fresh mango salsa and crisp lettuce for a light, vibrant dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 14 oz)
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon lime juice
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
05 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Mango Salsa

08 - 1 large ripe mango, diced
09 - 1/2 red bell pepper, finely diced
10 - 1/4 small red onion, finely chopped
11 - 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
12 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
13 - Juice of 1 lime
14 - Pinch of salt

→ Wraps & Assembly

15 - 8 large butter lettuce leaves or romaine hearts
16 - 1 small avocado, sliced
17 - Lime wedges, for serving

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
02 - In a bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat evenly.
03 - Grill chicken breasts for 6 to 7 minutes on each side until fully cooked and juices run clear. Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.
04 - While chicken cooks, in a medium bowl, combine diced mango, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño (if using), fresh cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Toss gently to combine.
05 - Lay lettuce leaves on a serving platter. Add sliced chicken, a generous spoonful of mango salsa, and avocado slices to each leaf.
06 - Serve immediately with lime wedges for squeezing.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Gluten-Free and Dairy-Free
  • Quick to prepare and cook in under 40 minutes
02 -
  • Substitute chicken with grilled shrimp or tofu for pescatarian or vegetarian option
  • Add cooked quinoa or brown rice to the wraps for extra heartiness
03 -
  • Ensure chicken is cooked through for food safety
  • Adjust jalapeño amount to control spice level
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