Description
Delicious grilled chicken wrapped in fresh lettuce with a tangy orange and balsamic glaze.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 head of butter lettuce or romaine lettuce, leaves separated
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup sliced cucumbers
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts or cashews (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, orange juice, honey, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
- Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over the chicken. Seal the bag or cover the dish, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade.
- Brush the grill grates with olive oil to prevent sticking. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes.
- Slice the grilled chicken into thin strips. To assemble the wraps, place a few strips of chicken on a lettuce leaf, and top with shredded carrots, sliced cucumbers, and chopped cilantro and peanuts or cashews if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh and flavorful wraps!
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add sliced jalapeños or a drizzle of sriracha to the wraps.
- You can also substitute the chicken with grilled shrimp or tofu for a different protein option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg