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Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Delicious Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps for Healthy Cravings

These Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps are a vibrant, healthy dish that delights with every bite.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 wraps
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Filling
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil Feel free to use any preferred cooking oil.
  • 10 oz ground chicken Can be swapped with ground turkey or tofu.
  • 0.25 cup onion, diced Yellow or white onions can be used.
  • 2 cloves garlic Opt for fresh minced or garlic paste for the best result.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh minced ginger Ground ginger is a substitute if needed.
  • 0.25 cup tamari, low sodium Or soy sauce/coconut aminos for gluten-free.
  • 2 tablespoons Thai sweet red chili sauce Adjust based on desired spice level.
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup Or honey/agave for sweetness.
  • 0.33 cup cashews, chopped Swap with peanuts if necessary.
  • 0.25 cup scallions, chopped Fresh herbs to elevate flavor.
  • 0.25 cup cilantro, chopped Feel free to use other herbs like basil.
  • 0.25-0.5 cup carrots, shredded Contributes crunch and natural sweetness.
For the Wraps
  • 1 head butter lettuce Any large leaf lettuce variety works.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add ¼ cup of diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until it becomes translucent and fragrant.
  2. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon of fresh minced ginger, cooking for another 2 minutes until the garlic is golden and aromatic.
  3. Add 10 oz of ground chicken to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula. Season with salt and pepper, cooking for about 3-4 minutes until the chicken is no longer pink.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together ¼ cup of low sodium tamari, 2 tablespoons of Thai sweet red chili sauce, the juice of 1 lime, and 1 teaspoon of maple syrup. Mix until well combined.
  5. Once the chicken is cooked, pour the prepared sauce over it in the skillet, along with ⅓ cup of chopped cashews. Toss everything together until well coated.
  6. Remove the skillet from the heat and gently fold in ¼-½ cup of shredded carrots, ¼ cup of chopped scallions, and ¼ cup of chopped cilantro.
  7. To serve, take a leaf of butter lettuce and spoon a generous amount of the chicken mixture onto it. Drizzle with extra sauce if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1wrapCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover filling in an airtight container for up to 2 days, keeping lettuce leaves separate until ready to serve for maximum freshness.

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