Description
A low-carb twist on classic tacos, these keto-friendly chicken tacos are wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves and topped with shredded cheese, fresh tomatoes, and a drizzle of sour cream. A delicious and healthy way to enjoy taco night without the carbs!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie or boiled)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 6 large lettuce leaves (romaine or butter lettuce)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup sour cream (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to coat.
- Assemble the Tacos: Lay out the lettuce leaves and evenly distribute the chicken mixture onto each one.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes, and chopped cilantro over the chicken.
- Drizzle & Serve: Top with a drizzle of sour cream and serve immediately.
Notes
- Swap cheddar cheese for pepper jack for a spicier kick.
- Add sliced avocado, jalapeños, or guacamole for extra flavor.
- Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a lighter option.
- Can also be made with grilled shrimp or seasoned ground beef for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Main Course / Low-Carb Meal
- Method: No-Cook / Quick Assembly
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired / Keto-Friendly
