Description
Enjoy these delicious Teriyaki Chicken Lettuce Wraps, a perfect low-carb lunch or appetizer bursting with savory Asian flavors and a refreshing crunch. They’re easy to make and incredibly satisfying!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 head butter lettuce, leaves separated
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- In a skillet, cook ground chicken over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Add teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, honey, ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes (if using) to the skillet. Stir to combine.
- Simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and coats the chicken.
- Spoon the chicken mixture into the separated lettuce leaves.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, substitute crumbled firm tofu for chicken.
- You can add other vegetables like shredded carrots or water chestnuts for extra texture.
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your spice preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course/Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg