Walnut Free Lemon Garlic Chicken Fajita Lettuce Wraps
Bright, zesty, and loaded with smoky-charred flavor, these lettuce wraps are the kind of weeknight dinner that feels way more exciting than the effort required. Chicken strips get a bold marinade of fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic-infused olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, and a touch of cayenne before hitting a screaming-hot skillet alongside colorful bell peppers and zucchini. The result is juicy, slightly caramelized chicken and tender-crisp vegetables that you scoop right into cool, buttery lettuce leaves. Creamy avocado slices and fresh cilantro on top bring everything together with a clean, fresh finish. Because every ingredient here is straightforward and whole-food, there's no need to scan labels for hidden nut additions that sometimes sneak into spice blends or pre-marinated proteins at the store. A squeeze of lemon wedge right before eating wakes up every single flavor in the wrap. These are the kind of handheld bites 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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