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Flavorful Mango-Habanero Chicken Lettuce Wraps

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A quick and easy recipe combining spicy habanero and sweet mango with grilled chicken, wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves. Perfect for pool parties and warm weather gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
  • 1 small habanero pepper, seeds removed
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger (optional)
  • 1 head butter lettuce or iceberg lettuce, leaves separated and washed
  • Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion or scallions

Instructions

  1. Thinly slice chicken breasts into bite-sized strips. Pat dry and season with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Let rest for 5 minutes.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine diced mango, habanero pepper (seeds removed), honey, lime juice, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Mash and mix until well combined. Blend briefly if a smoother sauce is desired.
  3. Heat olive oil in a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat for 2 minutes. Cook chicken strips in a single layer for 3-4 minutes per side until cooked through and charred. Cook in batches if necessary.
  4. Return cooked chicken to the pan, reduce heat to low, pour mango-habanero sauce over chicken, and toss gently to coat. Warm through for 2 minutes.
  5. Prepare lettuce leaves by separating and drying thoroughly. Spoon the saucy chicken mixture into each lettuce leaf.
  6. Garnish with chopped cilantro and red onion or scallions. Serve immediately with optional lime wedges.

Notes

Handle habanero peppers with gloves to avoid irritation. Remove seeds to reduce heat. Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure proper searing. Use ripe mango for best flavor. Keep lettuce leaves dry to avoid sogginess. Assemble wraps just before serving to maintain crispness.

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Keywords: mango, habanero, chicken, lettuce wraps, spicy, sweet, pool party, quick recipe, summer, gluten-free

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