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Cilantro Pesto Chicken Wraps

Shoutout to all the grocery stores that offer free samples – I’ll try anything they offer me. Granola? Mmm crunchy! Sausage? Hey, why not. Pie? Not even a question. Wine? Bless you Trader Joe’s!! It wasn’t until I tried something so simple, so flavor-winning, that I realized my grocery sampling could lead to bigger and better things. And the inspiration for these cilantro pesto chicken wraps.

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These Whole30 complaint, paleo, low-carb cilantro pesto chicken lettuce wraps are an easy and tasty lunch you can make in just minutes!

 

Luckily those sweet Costco employees don’t judge me when I run back and forth between the rolling carts of free food like Will Ferrel taking handed-out street fliers in the movie Elf. “…Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!…”

I have no shame in my game. And when I bring my 18-month old sidekick with me, it’s just that much more acceptable to grab two of everything (for me). “No honey, you don’t want this, it’s ucky.”

Maybe I’ve been living under a rock, or maybe this is as new to me as it is to you, but one fine Costco-sampling day I tried cilantro pesto on a piece of naan bread that pretty much blew my mind. Where has this been all my life? Who has been hiding this from me? Can I dive head first into this goodness and eat my way out? So of course I buy the pack of 86 containers (ok maybe it was just three).

Months later, after all my prepackaged pesto was consumed, I had an itch for that fresh pesto once again. So I created a killer lunch using a leftover chicken breast and a homemade version of the cilantro best-o…I mean pesto.

Cilantro pesto is easy to make at home - and this version made with an olive oil and lime juice base is perfect for cilantro pesto chicken lettuce wraps

 

These cilantro pesto chicken wraps are incredibly easy and simple to throw together in a lunchtime snap. Plus they are paleo, Whole30 compliant, low-carb, and full of lean protein. SCORE! Lunchtime doesn’t get better than that, unless you swing over to the grocer next door and eat your way through every aisle for lunch. Not that I’ve ever done anything so class-less…

The fresh bite of cilantro, combined with an olive oil and lime base, mixed with the robust flavors of pine nuts smothered all over shredded chicken, all nestled into a few crunchy romaine lettuce leaves pretty much sums up lunchtime heaven, does it not?

These cilantro pesto chicken lettuce wraps are made with a delicious homemade cilantro pesto and leftover shredded chicken. The perfect lunch - plus it's paleo and Whole30 complaint!

Feel free to add whatever other ‘fillers’ you like. I chose matchstick carrots for an extra crunch. You could add sautéed sweet peppers, red onions, diced tomatoes, or nothing additional at all. Just don’t forget the pesto!

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Cilantro Pesto Chicken Wraps

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  • Author: Physical Kitchness
  • Yield: 1 serving

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup cilantro (about 1/2 bunch)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 lime, juiced
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 2 tablespoons pine nuts
  • 1 cooked chicken breast, shredded
  • 2-4 romaine lettuce leaves
  • Additional add-ins: matchstick carrots, broccoli slaw, sweet peppers, red onions, diced tomatoes, etc.

Instructions

  1. Cook the chicken breast if raw and shred the meat. Set aside
  2. Meanwhile, place the cilantro, olive oil, lime juice, garlic powder, sea salt, and pine nuts in a small food processor. Pulse until you get achieve the desired consistency
  3. Combine the pesto with the shredded chicken and mix until shredded chicken is evenly coated
  4. Place the cilantro pesto chicken in 2-4 washed romaine lettuce leaves
  5. Add any additional toppings as desired

 

 

 

These Whole30 complaint, paleo, low-carb cilantro pesto chicken lettuce wraps are an easy and tasty lunch you can make in just minutes!
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  2. Costco samples are THE BEST. They’re the only way that I get through those shopping trips with all of my kids in tow, too. It’s like an entire meal by the time you’re done. 🙂

    These chicken wraps sound delicious, although I’d have to sub parsley for the cilantro. I’m just not a fan of that herb! 🙂

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    • #TRUTH. If it weren’t for that, my son would be a terror trying to grocery shop! Good idea on the parsley! Or you could absolutely use basil like traditional pesto too…

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  3. I am a sucker for any chicken-y salad type dish! Haha! And yea, romaine is SO good!!! Live long crunchy lettuce!! Currently I have about 4 head of Romaine and 2 Bunches of turnip greens in my fridge….lettuce wraps should happen!

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  4. Oooo, oo! Would it still be delicious with what I think is a slightly less expensive nut choice, walnuts? I’ve been putting off pesto for a while but this does look lovely!

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    • Isn’t it the best? There have been so many products I’d never buy based on the package but after sampling it, I’m always sold. I’m glad you are digging this recipe Marlynn! Thanks!

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  10. Adding this to my brunch ideas for ladies day. They are going to love this recipe. Don’t feel bad about free food. How do you think we have lunch when we are there.

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    • Oh I love this idea for brunch! Perfect finger food for a get together. And thanks for making me feel better about chowing down on all those freebies Candy!

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  15. Chrissa, I absolutely love your blog! Your sweet commentary always makes me smile. I can just picture you running through the food carts at Costco collecting yummy little treats! And what this means to us, your readers, is that more beautiful food photos and recipe inspiration is on its way. Thank you for posting up this Cilantro Pesto Chicken Wrap. It looks so delicious! 🙂

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    • Oh Denay! You just made my day. Thanks so much you sweet friend! I will take inspiration for new recipes any way I can 😉 Thank you for stopping by and always supporting me!

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    • Me too! Although I don’t buy them often since they can be so spend! But great for pesto or toasted to sprinkle on salads! Enjoy Clare.

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  24. OMG these look insanely amazing! I’m always looking for new ways to make chicken recipes and this is going to be one of my favorites, I can already tell! 🙂

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  26. Hahaha this is too funny because I am the same way. I LIVE for free samples at the grocery store. These look absolutely delicious, cilantro is one of my favorite herbs!

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    • They are the best!! Even if it’s normally stuff I don’t eat, I’ll never turn a sample down (it’s a real addiction). I love cilantro too! It always adds a nice fresh kick.

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  28. Summer is my favorite time of year for seasonal eating. I love serving plant-based dishes and this is a great one. We love salad wraps at home. It’s our go-to!

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  34. Good Morning!! I wanted to stop by and let you know that your post has been selected as a Feature Post for the Welcome Home Wednesdays Link Party!! Stop by this morning to see your post linked up and to grab your “Featured” button too!!

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