Description
Chicken lettuce wraps are a refreshing and flavorful meal that combines tender chicken with vibrant vegetables, all wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, these wraps are not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy the satisfying crunch and aromatic flavors that make each bite a delightful experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 green onions, sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (mixed colors)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 8 large butter or romaine lettuce leaves
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add a splash of oil. Sauté the diced chicken until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the soy sauce and sesame oil, mixing well to coat the chicken evenly.
- Incorporate the chopped bell peppers and green onions, cooking for about 2-3 minutes until slightly softened but still crunchy.
- Rinse and dry the lettuce leaves gently. Spoon the chicken mixture into each leaf and top with optional toppings like crushed peanuts or sriracha.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 wraps (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg