1-First Step: Add the olive oil, water, chipotle peppers in adobo, garlic powder, cumin, oregano, and black pepper to a blender. Blend until smooth. This quick marinade is the heart of the recipe, and it gives the chicken that smoky, slightly spicy flavor that makes these lettuce wraps so good.

2-Second Step: Place the halved chicken thighs in a large bowl or zip-top bag, then pour the marinade over the top. Toss or massage everything so each piece gets coated. Cover and refrigerate for 1 to 4 hours. If you are short on time, even 1 hour helps, but the full window gives the best flavor.

3-Third Step: While the chicken chills, prep the fresh toppings. Slice the mango into thin strips, thinly slice the red onion and orange bell pepper, and slice the avocados. Chop the mint and cilantro if needed. Juice 1 to 2 limes and set everything aside in a bowl. A little prep now makes assembly super easy later.

4-Fourth Step: Preheat your grill to about 400 degrees F. If you are using a gas grill, let it heat fully before cooking. If you are using charcoal, wait until the coals are hot and glowing with a light layer of ash. Clean and oil the grates so the chicken releases easily.

5-Fifth Step: Place the chicken thighs on the hot grill. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks. Since chicken thighs are forgiving and juicy, they are a great choice for busy cooks and weekend grill masters alike. If you need a little extra guidance on grilled poultry, try this grilled chicken thighs recipe for more outdoor cooking ideas.

6-Sixth Step: Move the chicken to a plate and let it rest for 10 minutes. This step matters because the juices settle back into the meat, which keeps each bite tender and flavorful. Resting also makes slicing and serving much cleaner.

7-Final Step: Separate the butter lettuce into cups. In a bowl, combine the mango, red onion, orange bell pepper, avocado, mint, cilantro, and lime juice. Season with kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste. Fill each lettuce cup with chicken, then top with the fresh mixture. Serve with extra lime wedges if you want a little more brightness.