Description
Savor the fresh, vibrant flavors of Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps, where tender chicken meets aromatic herbs and crisp vegetables, all enveloped in refreshing lettuce leaves. This quick and satisfying dish makes for an ideal appetizer or light meal, perfect for gatherings or busy weeknights. Customize the filling to suit your taste, and enjoy a delightful burst of savory, zesty goodness with every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp creamy peanut butter
- 1 head of butter or iceberg lettuce (for wrapping)
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a drizzle of oil. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add the diced chicken and cook until browned and fully cooked (6-8 minutes).
- Stir in shredded carrots and sliced green onions; cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until vegetables are tender yet crisp.
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce and peanut butter until smooth. Pour this into the skillet with chicken and vegetables; stir well to combine.
- Remove from heat and spoon the chicken mixture into washed lettuce leaves. Serve with extra sauce drizzled on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Light Meal
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg