Gluten-Free Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Light, flavorful, and perfect for a quick meal or appetizer, these Gluten-Free Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps bring bold, zesty flavors to your table in just under 30 minutes. Tender bite-sized chicken is sautéed and coated in a savory sauce of tamari, sesame oil, and gluten-free fish sauce, with notes of honey, garlic, and fresh ginger adding a hint of sweetness and warmth. Crisp grated carrots, water chestnuts, and green onions provide irresistible texture, while fragrant cilantro and optional chopped peanuts add the perfect finishing touch. Wrapped in fresh romaine or butter lettuce leaves and served with a squeeze of lime, these wraps are not only gluten-free but also paleo-friendly and low-carb. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or looking for a healthy weeknight dinner idea, this Thai-inspired recipe will wow your taste buds with every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 3 tbsp Tamari (gluten-free soy sauce)
• 1 tbsp Sesame oil
• 1 tbsp Fish sauce (ensure it's gluten-free)
• 1 tbsp Honey
• 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
• 2 cloves Minced garlic
• 1 tbsp Minced fresh ginger
• 0.5 tsp Red chili flakes
• 0.5 cup Grated carrot
• 0.5 cup Diced water chestnuts
• 0.25 cup Sliced green onions
• 12 leaves Romaine or butter lettuce leaves
• 0.25 cup Chopped fresh cilantro
• 0.25 cup Chopped peanuts (optional, for topping)
• 4 pieces Lime wedges

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and dice them into small, bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the tamari, sesame oil, fish sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and red chili flakes to create the sauce.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked through.

Step 4

Pour the prepared sauce over the cooked chicken and stir to coat evenly. Cook for another 3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 5

Add the grated carrot, diced water chestnuts, and sliced green onions to the skillet, stirring well to combine. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Step 6

Remove the skillet from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.

Step 7

Wash and dry the lettuce leaves. Arrange them on a serving platter.

Step 8

Spoon a generous amount of the chicken mixture into each lettuce leaf.

Step 9

Top with chopped fresh cilantro and optional chopped peanuts for an added crunch.

Step 10

Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for a refreshing citrus squeeze.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1129.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1419.7

Total Fat 50.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g
Cholesterol 385.6mg	0%
Sodium 4774.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 78.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.3g	0%
Total Sugars 31.0g
Protein 165.1g	0%

Vitamin D 22.7IU	0%
Calcium 278.0mg	0%
Iron 10.3mg	0%
Potassium 3429.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.6%

Protein: 46.3%

Carbs: 22.0%