Description
Chicken Lettuce Wraps are a delightful fusion of savory chicken, fresh vegetables, and crisp lettuce leaves. This healthy dish is quick to prepare and fully customizable, making it an excellent choice for light dinners or fun appetizers at gatherings. Enjoy the vibrant flavors and textures in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup bell peppers, finely chopped
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Butter or iceberg lettuce leaves
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Wash and chop the bell peppers and slice the green onions. Set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown (about 6-8 minutes).
- Add Vegetables and Sauce: Stir in chopped bell peppers, soy sauce, and sesame oil; cook until veggies are tender yet crisp.
- Assemble the Wraps: Spoon filling into lettuce leaves and top with green onions.
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy your fresh wraps with extra sauce if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap (80g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added crunch, incorporate shredded carrots or water chestnuts into the filling. Experiment with different sauces like sweet chili sauce for a unique twist. Prepare the filling ahead of time for convenient meal prep.