Description
Easy Chicken Lettuce Wraps are a quick and healthy meal option that combines tender chicken with vibrant vegetables, all wrapped in refreshing lettuce leaves. This delightful dish is perfect for a light lunch, dinner, or as an appetizer for gatherings. The savory chicken filling is enhanced with garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil, creating a burst of flavor in every bite. With minimal preparation time and endless customization options, you can easily adapt the recipe to suit your taste preferences—whether you want to swap proteins or add your favorite veggies. Enjoy these wraps for a satisfying meal that’s both delicious and guilt-free.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 small bell pepper, diced
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Crisp lettuce leaves (e.g., Romaine or Butter)
Instructions
- Wash and chop the bell pepper, garlic, and green onions.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add oil and cook the diced chicken until browned (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in the minced garlic, bell pepper, and white parts of green onion; sauté for 3-4 minutes.
- Add soy sauce and sesame oil; simmer on low heat for another minute.
- Remove from heat and spoon the mixture into washed lettuce leaves.
- Serve immediately with additional soy sauce if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 lettuce wraps (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg