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Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps for a Fresh Flavor Adventure

Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps are a quick, flavorful, low-carb option perfect for a refreshing meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 wraps
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 cup low-sodium soy sauce substitute with tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce do not replace with oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar coconut sugar can be used
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice fresh lime juice is ideal
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil toasted sunflower oil can be a substitute
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch arrowroot powder is gluten-free
  • 4 stalks green onions use light and green parts
  • 2 cloves minced garlic fresh is preferred
  • 1 tablespoon minced ginger fresh is ideal; substitute ground if needed
  • 1 pound 92% lean ground chicken or turkey consider ground pork or meat alternative
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil any neutral oil works
  • 1 cup red bell pepper substitute yellow bell pepper or diced zucchini
  • 1 cup matchstick carrots shredded carrots can replace
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro omit if not preferred
  • 1/2 cup unsalted dry roasted peanuts can be skipped or swapped with cashews
  • lettuce leaves Romaine, iceberg, or butter lettuce are excellent choices
For the Toppings
  • hot sauce adjust according to spice tolerance
  • peanut sauce optional but highly recommended

Equipment

  • large non-stick skillet
  • medium bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together low-sodium soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, sesame oil, and cornstarch until fully combined—about 1 minute.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the light parts of the green onions, minced garlic, and minced ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add 1 pound of lean ground chicken or turkey to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook for approximately 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the meat is nearly cooked through.
  4. Stir in the chopped red bell pepper and matchstick carrots, sautéing for an additional 2 minutes until the bell pepper softens slightly.
  5. Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet, stirring thoroughly to coat the chicken and vegetables. Continue to cook for about 1-2 minutes until the sauce has thickened.
  6. Remove the skillet from heat, and gently stir in the chopped cilantro, green onion greens, and unsalted dry roasted peanuts.
  7. Spoon the savory chicken mixture into whole lettuce leaves and serve them warm, topped with optional hot sauce and peanut sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1wrapCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1800IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These wraps are not only delicious but also a healthy option for anyone looking to enjoy a low-carb meal.

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