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Close-up of Asian chicken lettuce wraps with crisp green lettuce leaves filled with tender chicken pieces, shredded carrots, and sliced green onions. Fresh lettuce cups arranged on a white plate with a warm, casual presentation.

Healthy Asian Chicken Lettuce Wrap with Carrots

Nesting Lane
High Protein Healthy Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Carrots are a quick and tasty main dish packed with lean chicken, crunchy vegetables, and a savory sauce, ready in just 32 minutes.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4

Equipment

Large Nonstick Skillet
Cutting Board
Chef's Knife
Wooden Spoon or Spatula
Small Mixing Bowl
Whisk

Ingredients
 

For the chicken filling:

  • 1 pound extra lean ground chicken
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 green onions thinly sliced, divided
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
  • 1 red bell pepper finely diced
  • ½ cup carrots finely shredded

For the sauce:

For serving:

  • 1 head butter lettuce or Boston lettuce leaves separated
  • ¼ cup finely shredded carrots
  • 2 green onions thinly sliced

Instructions
 

  • In a small mixing bowl, add soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, water, honey, sesame oil, and crushed red pepper flakes. Whisk until smooth and set aside.
  • Place a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and swirl to coat the pan.
  • Add ground chicken to the skillet. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, breaking it into small pieces with a wooden spoon or spatula until no longer pink.
  • Stir in half of the sliced green onions, garlic, and ginger. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Add diced red bell pepper and shredded carrots. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring often, until vegetables begin to soften.
  • Pour the sauce into the skillet. Stir until chicken and vegetables are evenly coated. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and looks glossy.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Arrange lettuce leaves on a serving plate. Spoon the warm chicken mixture into the center of each leaf.
  • Top each wrap with shredded carrots and the remaining green onions.
  • Serve right away.

Notes

Tips and Tricks

Prep Ahead - Chop all vegetables and make the sauce in advance to save time when cooking.
Serving Tip - Serve the wraps with extra shredded carrots and green onions for more crunch and color.
Make It a Meal - Pair with brown rice or steamed vegetables for a bigger meal.

Storing and Reheating

Store Leftovers - Store the chicken filling in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Keep lettuce leaves and toppings separate.
Reheat on Stovetop -Place the chicken filling in a skillet with 1 to 2 tablespoons of water. Warm over low heat, stirring until heated through.

Nutrition

Calories: 256kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 22gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 98mgSodium: 507mgPotassium: 825mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 5099IUVitamin C: 43mgCalcium: 36mgIron: 2mg
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