Paleo Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these Paleo Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps— a vibrant, flavor-packed option that's healthy, gluten-free, and easy to make in just 30 minutes! Juicy ground chicken is sautéed with aromatic garlic, ginger, and onions before being tossed in a creamy, umami-rich sauce made with almond butter, coconut aminos, and a hint of lime. Fresh julienned carrots, green onions, and cilantro add a refreshing crunch, while butter lettuce leaves make the perfect low-carb vessel for this savory filling. With optional chili flakes for heat and crushed cashews for extra texture, this recipe offers endless customization while staying true to its paleo-friendly roots. Perfect as an appetizer or light main dish, these lettuce wraps are a fuss-free way to bring bold Thai-inspired flavors to your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• 1 pound ground chicken
• 1 small, finely diced onion
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon, freshly grated ginger
• 3 tablespoons coconut aminos
• 1 teaspoon fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons almond butter
• 0.5 teaspoon (optional, for heat) chili flakes
• 1 medium, julienned carrots
• 2 stalks, thinly sliced green onions
• 0.25 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
• 8 (e.g., butter lettuce or romaine) lettuce leaves
• 2 tablespoons (optional, for garnish) crushed cashews

Directions

Step 1

Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground chicken to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 6–8 minutes.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos, fish sauce, lime juice, almond butter, and chili flakes (if using).

Step 6

Pour the sauce mixture over the cooked chicken, stirring well to coat. Let it simmer for 2–3 minutes.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from the heat and mix in the julienned carrots, green onions, and chopped cilantro.

Step 8

Separate the lettuce leaves and rinse them clean, patting them dry with a towel.

Step 9

Scoop the chicken mixture into each lettuce leaf, folding them like a taco.

Step 10

Optional: Garnish with crushed cashews for added crunch.

Step 11

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(817.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1226.2

Total Fat 74.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 384.7mg	0%
Sodium 2430.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 45.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.5g	0%
Total Sugars 22.2g
Protein 103.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 273.2mg	0%
Iron 8.5mg	0%
Potassium 3470.0mg	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: 53.0%

Protein: 32.7%

Carbs: 14.3%