Description
Asian chicken lettuce wraps are a delightful and healthy dish that combines tender, seasoned chicken with crisp lettuce leaves, creating a burst of fresh flavors in every bite. Perfect for a light meal or as an appetizer for gatherings, these wraps are low in carbs and high in taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup butter or iceberg lettuce leaves
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
Instructions
- Dice the chicken into small pieces. Wash and dry the lettuce leaves.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced chicken and minced garlic; cook until browned (6-8 minutes).
- Stir in chopped bell pepper and green onions. Add soy sauce and rice vinegar; mix until coated.
- Fill each lettuce leaf with the cooked mixture and serve immediately.
Notes
- – For added crunch, top with chopped peanuts or sesame seeds.
- – Substitute the chicken with shrimp or tofu for varied flavors.
- – Store leftover filling separately from lettuce to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Light Meal
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap (90g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added crunch, top with chopped peanuts or sesame seeds. Substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for varied flavors. Store leftover filling separately from lettuce to maintain freshness.