Low Carb Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Experience a burst of flavor and wholesome goodness with these Low Carb Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps—a perfect recipe for those seeking a light yet satisfying meal. Made with tender ground chicken, aromatic garlic and ginger, and a savory blend of soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and rice vinegar, these wraps deliver a mouthwatering balance of sweet, salty, and umami flavors. Crunchy water chestnuts, crisp red bell peppers, and fresh cilantro add vibrant texture and color, all tucked neatly into crisp lettuce leaves for a low-carb, gluten-free alternative to traditional wraps. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or as a healthy appetizer for any occasion. Enjoy a guilt-free indulgence that doesn’t skimp on flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Ground chicken
• 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon Ginger, minced
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce (low sodium)
• 2 tablespoons Hoisin sauce
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 3 stalks Green onions, chopped
• 100 grams Water chestnuts, chopped
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 12 leaves Lettuce leaves (Butter or Romaine)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet, heat sesame oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add minced garlic and ginger to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the ground chicken to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula, and cook until browned and fully cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, salt, black pepper, and optional crushed red pepper flakes. Mix well to combine.

Step 5

Add chopped green onions, water chestnuts, and red bell pepper to the chicken mixture and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender yet crisp.

Step 6

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the fresh cilantro.

Step 7

To assemble the wraps, spoon a portion of the chicken mixture onto the center of each lettuce leaf.

Step 8

Fold the sides of the lettuce over the filling and enjoy your Low Carb Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1089.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1267.0

Total Fat 70.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12.2g
Cholesterol 425.1mg	0%
Sodium 3589.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 63.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.6g	0%
Total Sugars 22.1g
Protein 109.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 273.7mg	0%
Iron 9.8mg	0%
Potassium 4739.8mg	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: 47.9%

Protein: 33.0%

Carbs: 19.1%