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Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Savory Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps That Wow Your Taste Buds

Healthy Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Savory Peanut Sauce are quick to prepare and packed with flavor, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 wraps
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce substitute with tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 teaspoon fish sauce can be omitted for vegetarian
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar substitutes can include honey or agave nectar
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice use fresh lime for best taste
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil can substitute with olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch arrowroot powder is an alternative
For the Filling
  • 1 pound ground chicken or turkey ground beef may be used for a heartier version
  • 2 cloves minced garlic fresh is best but can substitute with powder
  • 1 tablespoon minced ginger fresh is ideal but powdered can suffice
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil any neutral oil works
  • 4 stalks green onions use both white and green parts
  • 1 cup red bell pepper can substitute or omit
  • 1 cup matchstick carrots can be grated or eliminated
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro optional for those who do not enjoy cilantro
  • 1/2 cup unsalted dry roasted peanuts can be replaced with cashews or omitted
For the Wraps
  • 1 head lettuce leaves romaine, iceberg, or butter lettuce are excellent options

Equipment

  • large non-stick skillet
  • Small Bowl
  • wooden spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together low-sodium soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, sesame oil, and cornstarch until smooth.
  2. Heat the Skillet: Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add vegetable oil.
  3. Sauté Aromatics: Add the lighter parts of the green onions, minced garlic, and ginger to the hot skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds.
  4. Cook the Chicken: Add the ground chicken or turkey to the skillet, using a wooden spatula to break it up and cooking for about 4–5 minutes.
  5. Add Vegetables: Stir in the red bell pepper and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  6. Combine the Filling: Add the matchstick carrots and sauce mixture to the skillet, cooking for about 1 minute until it thickens.
  7. Finish and Garnish: Remove from heat and stir in chopped cilantro, green onion greens, and peanuts.
  8. Assemble and Serve: Serve warm filling in fresh lettuce leaves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1wrapCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best texture, avoid freezing the lettuce leaves, as they can become soggy when thawed.

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