Shredded Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Shredded Chicken Lettuce Wraps are a light and flavorful dish perfect for a low-carb snack or appetizer. Wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves, they feature tender chicken tossed in a savory sauce, offering a delightful crunch in every bite.

Shredded Chicken Lettuce Wraps
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Chinese
210 kcal

Ingredients

  • Chicken breast - 250 grams
  • Lettuce leaves (e.g., Butter or Romaine) - 8 large leaves
  • Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
  • Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
  • Ginger (grated) - 1 teaspoon
  • Green onions (sliced) - 2 stalks
  • Carrots (grated) - 50 grams
  • Cilantro (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
  • Red chili flakes - ½ teaspoon (optional)
  • Salt - to taste
  • Pepper - to taste

Steps

  1. In a medium pot, bring water to a boil and add the chicken breast. Cook for about 15-20 minutes or until fully cooked.
  2. Remove the chicken from the pot and let it cool slightly. Once cool, shred the chicken using two forks.
  3. In a large skillet, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the shredded chicken to the skillet, followed by soy sauce, grated carrots, green onions, and red chili flakes (if using). Stir well and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until everything is heated through and combined.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then remove from heat and stir in chopped cilantro.
  6. To serve, spoon the chicken mixture onto individual lettuce leaves and wrap them up. Enjoy immediately.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 210
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Carbs: 6 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Cholesterol: 90 mg
  • Total Fat: 8 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
  • High in protein, which is essential for muscle building and repair.
  • Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.

Tags

ChineseLow CarbSnack