Teriyaki Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Teriyaki Chicken Lettuce Wraps are a deliciously satisfying dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a sweet-savory teriyaki sauce, all wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, offering a healthy, low-carb alternative to traditional wraps. With each crunchy bite, you’ll enjoy an explosion of flavor that your family and friends will love!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (2 wraps each) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, chopped
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce
- 8 large lettuce leaves (butter or iceberg)
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince the garlic and ginger.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add sesame oil and cook the chicken until golden brown, about 6-8 minutes.
- Stir in garlic and ginger; sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour teriyaki sauce over the chicken; stir to coat and simmer for an additional 2 minutes.
- Rinse lettuce leaves; pat dry. Spoon the chicken mixture into each leaf and top with green onions.
- Serve immediately while warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap (90g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, marinate the chicken in teriyaki sauce for at least 30 minutes before cooking. - Feel free to customize by adding diced bell peppers or swapping chicken for tofu or shrimp.