Skinny Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps (View Print Version)

Fresh lettuce wraps with seasoned chicken, colorful veggies, and tangy hoisin sauce. A light yet satisfying low-carb meal ready in under 30 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken Filling

01 - 1 pound lean ground chicken
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
05 - 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
06 - 1/2 cup shredded carrots
07 - 1/2 cup chopped water chestnuts
08 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced

→ Sauce

09 - 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
10 - 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
11 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
12 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
13 - 1/2 teaspoon sriracha, optional

→ Assembly

14 - 1 head butter or Bibb lettuce, leaves separated, washed, and dried
15 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds, optional for garnish

# Method:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
02 - Add ground chicken and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until no longer pink, approximately 5 to 6 minutes.
03 - Stir in diced bell pepper, shredded carrots, and chopped water chestnuts. Cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until vegetables are slightly softened.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together hoisin sauce, low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, and sriracha if using.
05 - Pour the sauce over the chicken mixture. Stir thoroughly and cook for an additional 2 minutes to heat through and meld flavors.
06 - Remove from heat and stir in the sliced green onions.
07 - Spoon the chicken filling into the prepared lettuce leaves. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds if desired.
08 - Serve immediately with extra hoisin sauce available on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes.
  • Low carb and dairy-free, making it a healthy choice for various diets.
  • Perfectly balanced flavors with a mix of savory, sweet, and a touch of heat.
02 -
  • For extra crunch, add chopped peanuts or cashews on top before serving.
  • Substitute ground turkey or tofu for the chicken to suit dietary preferences.
  • Always double-check product labels for allergens like soy, sesame, or wheat.
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