Sesame Chicken or Shrimp Lettuce Wrap

Transform your dinner routine with these irresistible Sesame Chicken or Shrimp Lettuce Wraps, a perfect fusion of bold flavors and healthy eating! This recipe features tender chicken or succulent shrimp coated in a glossy sesame-infused sauce made with soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger for a savory-sweet balance. Wrapped in crisp butter lettuce leaves, each bite is light, satisfying, and bursting with freshness. Toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions add a delightful crunch and vibrant finish, while a quick 20-minute prep and 15-minute cook time make it an ideal weeknight meal. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or looking for a low-carb dinner option, these protein-packed lettuce wraps deliver gourmet taste with minimal effort.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Chicken breast or large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 3 tbsp Soy sauce
• 2 tbsp Honey
• 2 tsp Sesame oil
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 tsp Ginger (grated)
• 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp Cornstarch
• 2 tbsp Water
• 2 stalks Green onions (sliced)
• 2 tsp Toasted sesame seeds
• 12 pieces Butter lettuce leaves
• 2 tbsp Neutral oil (e.g., vegetable or canola oil)
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces if using chicken. If using shrimp, ensure they are peeled, deveined, and ready to cook.

Step 2

In a bowl, mix the soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and rice vinegar to create the sauce.

Step 3

Dissolve the cornstarch in water to make a slurry, then mix it into the sauce. Set aside.

Step 4

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add the neutral oil.

Step 5

Season the chicken or shrimp with salt and black pepper.

Step 6

Cook the chicken until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. For shrimp, cook until pink and fully opaque, about 2-3 minutes on each side.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to medium and pour the prepared sauce over the cooked protein. Stir until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the chicken or shrimp, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the green onions and toasted sesame seeds.

Step 9

Wash and pat dry the butter lettuce leaves.

Step 10

Spoon the sesame chicken or shrimp into the lettuce leaves and arrange them on a platter.

Step 11

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(760.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1474.8

Total Fat 74.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.7g
Cholesterol 385.6mg	0%
Sodium 3260.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 52.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.8g	0%
Total Sugars 36.1g
Protein 147.8g	0%

Vitamin D 59.0IU	0%
Calcium 160.9mg	0%
Iron 6.8mg	0%
Potassium 1648.6mg	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: 45.4%

Protein: 40.2%

Carbs: 14.3%