Dairy Free Lemon Garlic Chicken Fajita Lettuce Wraps
Bright, zesty, and packed with smoky-spiced flavor, these lettuce wraps are the kind of weeknight dinner that feels like a treat without any of the fuss. The chicken marinates in fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and garlic-infused olive oil alongside cumin, smoked paprika, and a touch of cayenne ā a combination that builds serious depth before the pan even gets hot. Bell peppers and zucchini get cooked until tender with lightly charred edges, adding sweetness and texture to every bite. Butter lettuce leaves stand in for tortillas, keeping things light and crisp while naturally sidestepping any dairy concerns ā no swaps or substitutions needed, because nothing in this recipe calls for cheese, sour cream, or butter to begin with. Creamy avocado slices and fresh cilantro round out the toppings, delivering that rich, cooling contrast you'd normally expect from a dollop of sour cream. A squeeze of lemon wedge right before eating ties the whole thing together with a hit of brightness. These are the kind of wraps that disappear fast, so consider doubling the batch.
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4 servings
For the chicken
- 1.5 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 2 lemons)
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 3 tbsp garlic-infused olive oil, divided
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Ā½ tsp dried oregano
- Ā¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- Ā½ tsp sea salt
- Ā¼ tsp black pepper
For the vegetables
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced into half-moons
- 1 tbsp garlic-infused olive oil
- Ā¼ tsp sea salt
For serving
- 2 heads butter lettuce, leaves separated
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- Ā¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
- Ā¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp lemon juice, lemon zest, 2 tbsp garlic-infused olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, cayenne, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and black pepper until combined. Add the chicken strips and toss to coat evenly. Let marinate at room temperature for 20 minutes.
- 2
Heat 1 tbsp garlic-infused olive oil in a large (12-inch) skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the bell peppers and zucchini, season with 1/4 tsp sea salt, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and lightly charred at the edges, about 5ā6 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
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