Entree: Halal (Paprika Chicken Lettuce Cups)

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Serving Size: 4

Approximate Time

Prep 10 min

Cook 35 min

Additional 5 min

Total 50 min

Ingredients

2 bone-in halal-certified chicken breasts, about 2 lb total (907 g total)
2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
2 tbsp (30 g) salted butter
1 to 2 tsp paprika
Salt to taste
Ground black pepper to taste
3 to 4 green onions, sliced
Butter lettuce leaves (cups)
Optional: lemon or yogurt for a light drizzle

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Rub chicken with olive oil, paprika, salt and black pepper.
2. Roast chicken on a sheet pan or in a roasting pan 30–40 minutes until done and juices run clear; let cool slightly.
3. Shred the chicken meat, discarding bones, and toss with melted salted butter and sliced green onions.
4. Spoon warm shredded chicken into butter lettuce leaves to form cups.
5. Serve immediately, offering lemon wedges or a small spoon of yogurt on the side if desired.