Lettuce Tacos with Chicken and Avocado

This Lettuce Tacos with Chicken and Avocado is a perfect quick recipe for dinner. It’s light, healthy, and packed with fresh ingredients. If you’re looking for easy dinner ideas, this dish comes together in just 15 minutes. Using lettuce as taco shells makes it a low-carb and refreshing option, ideal for those who want a nutritious yet flavorful meal. Whether you’re in need of a quick dinner fix or exploring healthy eating ideas, this recipe is both simple and satisfying!

Lettuce Tacos with Chicken and Avocado

Recipe by Recipes And Healthy
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

5

minutes
Cooking time

10

minutes
Calories

300

kcal
Total time

15

minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts, thinly sliced

  • 1 ripe avocado, diced

  • 1 ripe avocado, diced

  • 1 teaspoon cumin

  • 1 teaspoon paprika

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • Large iceberg or romaine lettuce leaves (as taco shells)

  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (optional)

  • Juice of 1/2 lime

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  • Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken slices and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked. Add garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir for an extra minute until fragrant.
  • Prepare the Lettuce: Wash and dry the lettuce leaves to use them as taco shells.
  • Assemble the Tacos: Fill each lettuce leaf with chicken, diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, and cilantro.
  • Serve: Drizzle with lime juice and serve with a side of Greek yogurt for dipping if desired.

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