BBQ Chicken and Pineapple Lettuce Wraps with Cilantro Yogurt Sauce.
Just look at all this green!
Who am I? What’s my name? Where is my chocolate and pizza dough and cheese? I don’t even know me anymore.
Don’t worry. I’ll spare you the omg-I-used-to-love-PF-Changs-lettuce-wraps-in-high-school-so-I-made-these speech. It’s the truth though. The love stems from there. I mean, were lettuce wraps even a thing before then? Probably. Not in my bubble.
The highlight of my life right now is STILL the fact that we got some outdoor furniture and can eat stuff like this outside. YES! How is it already Memorial Day this week? How is 2015 close to halfway over? Are you living life? I think I opened my eyes and it was May. I think I’m going to have a mojito and wake up in July. I don’t think I’m going to cook one thing that isn’t on the grill this week or this month.
Also, how many questions can I ask you on a Monday morning? Are you a morning person? Do you not want to speak until 11:23am? Just HOW depressed are you that Mad Men is over?
I realize this looks eerily similar to the grilled salad that I shared exactly one week ago, but I swear it was just a coincidence. I mean, they are TOTALLY different. This one has pineapple! And BBQ sauce! And a drizzle!
You know. So different.
P.S. For the millionth time, I have to tell you how crazy I am over chicken at the moment. I still want ALL the boneless skinless thighs and I find myself buying embarrassing quantities of it each week at the store. What are you doing with it? Something crazy? Tell me.
Okay, broken record rant over.
Coupled with my current pineapple (especially when caramelized) obsession? This is the PERFECT combo. Golden, saucy chicken, caramely pineapple, a few crunchy cashews and folded together in a crisp, refreshing lettuce leaf. It’s, like, the one time I can maybe forego a taco. Maybe. The sweet and savory thing is on point. The cooling, creamy drizzle on top complements every ingredient like a dream, unless of course you think cilantro tastes like soap. If so, try basil or even parsley. I certainly would not want you to eat a dishwasher lettuce wrap.
Also! Do you know what would be fantastic in this? Grilled corn.
Yeah, that’s coming back full force so I’m just warning you now before I make approximately 34 recipes with it this summer. But really! Wouldn’t it be delicious? Of course.
Now let’s stuff our face with lettuce wraps. I like you.
BBQ Chicken and Pineapple Lettuce Wraps
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into pieces
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 1/2 cups cubed pineapple, roughly same size as chicken pieces
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped cashews
- 3 tablespoons BBQ sauce, plus more for drizzling
- 1/3 cup freshly torn cilantro
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 4 green onions, sliced
- 1 head of iceberg lettuce, leaves torn off
- 1 head of green leaf lettuce, leaves torn off
- limes, for serving
greek yogurt cilantro drizzle
- 1/3 cup greek yogurt
- 1/3 cup freshly torn cilantro
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Season the chicken with the salt, pepper, paprika, garlic and onion powder. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, flipping once or twice, about 6 to 8 minutes. Remove the chicken and place it in a bowl. Add the onion and brown sugar, stirring well to remove any brown bits from the pan. Cook, stirring occasionally for 5 minutes, or until golden brown. Stir in the pineapple and garlic. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes more, stirring often. Add the cashews and stir. Add the chicken back into the skillet and stir in the BBQ sauce. Let cook for another 5 minutes.
- To assemble the lettuce wraps, I like to put a piece of green leaf lettuce over the iceberg. You don’t need to do this but I like how it makes the wrap more “sturdy.” I like the iceberg for the refreshing crunch. I also love using butter lettuce! Add some sliced avocado into the lettuce leaves, then top with a few spoonfuls of the chicken mixture. Add the green onions, cilantro and a drizzle of BBQ sauce. Finish off with the drizzle of the yogurt cilantro sauce.
greek yogurt cilantro drizzle
- Add all ingredients to a food processor and blend until pureed. Drizzle over lettuce wraps.
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79 Comments on “BBQ Chicken and Pineapple Lettuce Wraps with Cilantro Yogurt Sauce.”
You are going to judge me for this: But I never actually laid my face on the PF Changs lettuce wraps. I KNOW.
But, I’ll just make these instead because PINEAPPLE AND CILANTRO YOGURT SAUCE? YES PLEASE. These are my idea of food heaven.
Pinned!
Oh, these look so pretty and yum! I also will be grilling ALL the corn this summer. i already did some this past weekend…it cost an arm and a leg at the store…but so worth it!
I could eat this all day, everyday. And Mad Men. Ugh. I’m sad it’s over. And I feel like the finale was a bit of a let down. I don’t know. That show just kills me.
These lettuce wraps look amazing! Pineapple and chicken go so well together! :)
Holy cow- I am drooling over this recipe! I am thrilled that I have everything to make this recipe. I know what’s for dinner tonight!
I have been all about the boneless skinless chicken thighs lately, too! I seriously bought one of those huge packs at Costco just over a week ago and I’m using the last pack today (which is saying a lot since only 2 people live in this house).
Love bbq chicken and pineapple and lettuce wraps, so basically I’m in love with this recipe and will be trying it asap!
I’m OBSESSED with pineapple right now too! i’ll definitely be making these when I’m not traveling for work (so in like 80 years… UGH I’m just bitter that I’m back on the road).
Ahhhh what is it about lettuce wraps that are so darn good? I think maybe it’s the way that all the juices from whatever is in them drip out of the corners of the leaves, down my arm therefore requiring me to incessantly lick my fingers and hands like it’s acceptable.
seriously. they are such a mess to eat!
OMG LOVE THIS!!! The flavors sound fantastic and so summery. This is like all I want to eat lately and yes it has to be on the patio. How is May half over already???
Ohhh lettuce wraps are my favorite! I love this BBQ twist. And I am with you on eating outside, bring on Summer!!
Wow! These look so delicious and fresh. I have really wanted to make buffalo chicken at home and this looks perfect.
Boneless chicken thighs are such a treat in my house – how do they justify charging three times as much just for removing the bone and skin?? – but when we get them, I absolutely LOVE to make these spicy broiled thighs. They are so easy and so amazing, my boyfriend begs me to make them again and again.
Enjoy!
http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/spicy-honey-brushed-chicken-thighs
Alyssa!!! thank you so much for posting this recipe! I made it tonight and it was super simple but ridiculously good. we couldn’t get over it.
I love wraps. My mum makes them quite often and they are just delicious. I will try out your recipe for sure.
x Kate
http://www.the-little-day-dreamer.blogspot.com
Well, this looks amazing!
And yes, how is the year almost halfway over already?! I don’t understand….
BBQ and pineapple?! I’m in!! This looks so delicious!
Also, “I’m going to drink a mojito and wake up in July.” haha, AMEN to that!
-Molly
http://www.modcircus.com/
I pick up a package of boneless chicken thighs each week and almost always make teriyaki chicken with it. Super easy, especially if you throw it on the grill. And then if I have extra, I will use it the next day with some veggies for yakisoba.
These look so delicious Jessica! My husband loves the one at PF changs so I bet he will love these too minus pineapple because fruits he says!
I (still) love PF Chang’s lettuce wraps! And lettuce wraps in general. And BBQ chicken. So basically, these need to happen in my kitchen all summer.
A key element in Korean bbq is having lettuce to wrap the meat in – called Ssambap.
How is it almost Memorial Day already!?! This looks like a great recipe!
Kari
http://www.sweetteasweetie.com
YES! omg, PF Chang lettuce wraps!!! This is happening this week. I accidentally doubled up on chicken this week at TJ’s, so I need to bang out a couple chicken recipes asap. Thanks Jessica :)
These look delicious. Reminds me of Korean bbq. Yum! Also, Mad Men… There are few words for the series finale other than, “whomp, whomp.” Really?!?
Bbq chicken and lettuce wraps belong together. Forever and forever! And in my kitchen daily…
yeah – i’m making this this weekend. sweet baby mother of god
I made these last night. Fabulous!
so glad you liked them!
These look amazing! I’m loving pineapple lately, and with bbq chicken, in a LETTUCE WRAP?! Can’t. even. deal. I’ve never seen Mad Men, I’m feeling a Netflix binge watch in the near future!
oh you gotta watch!
These look AMAZING! Sweet and creamy and smokey, sign me up!
I love, love, love things with pineapple. I am still trying to talk Lee into letting me get pineapple on our pizza…and it’s not working. Maybe I can win him over with these…
Jessica – i adore lettuce wraps. I have only been to PF Chang’s once, but we ordered the lettuce wraps and they’re amazing. I love that you added smoky bbq sauce and pineapple for some sweetness.
I have never made lettuce wraps before, nor have I ever been to PFChang’s. I have just decided that I need lettuce wraps in my life after reading this post, though, and so I will be making these! Thanks!
Ohhhh myyyy woooordy, this recipe is just … it’s just …ohhhhh myyyy. It’s insane how good this combo is. I’ve had bbq chicken with pineapple and cilantro before, but the addition of the cashews and the lettuce and that sauce – THAT SAUCE!! – takes it to the next level. (In case you can’t tell, we *loved* this.)
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Wow! Aren’t you full of questions today (see what I did there. . .threw a question back at ya :-))? Well. . .there is no question in my mind that I will be making this delicious wrap this weekend. And I love the idea of throwing some grilled corn in it. Delicious!
Made this for dinner tonight…Soooooo good! Hubby loved it too :) This will be on heavy rotation throughout the summer.
This sounds AMAZING. Must try it this week. :)
Made these tonight- so delicious and easy! I used ground chicken to make it even easier. Added a little bit of honey to the sauce and extra lime juice. Thanks for sharing!
I just moved in with my BF and brother. I’m not sure who’s more excited about having a woman cook for them every night again :) I’m making this tonight sans the lettuce (no more lettuce after Taco Monday night) with a coconut lime jasmine rice. I can’t wait!! Thanks for the recipe!
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