Healthy Chicken Lettuce Wraps Recipe – Quick, Flavorful & Light
If you’re craving something fresh, crunchy, and super tasty without feeling heavy afterward, you’re going to love these Healthy Chicken Lettuce Wraps 🥬🍗. They’re the kind of recipe that makes you forget you’re even eating something “healthy”—full of flavour, light on carbs, and ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or when you just want a quick, satisfying bite!
The best part? You don’t need fancy ingredients. A little ground chicken (or leftover shredded chicken), garlic, soy sauce, and a few veggies come together to create a meal that’s seriously addicting. Wrap it all up in crisp lettuce leaves, and boom—dinner is served! Think of it as your homemade version of takeout lettuce wraps, but lighter, fresher, and way better for you.
We’ve been building a lineup of easy, healthy meals here on the blog, and these wraps fit right in. If you liked our Quinoa & Roasted Veggie Bowls 🌱 (a meal-prep hero) or the Greek Yogurt Parfait with Berries & Granola 🍓🥣 (a breakfast favourite), then these wraps are about to earn a permanent spot in your rotation. They check all the boxes: quick, flavorful, balanced, and fun to eat.
Nutritionally, these chicken lettuce wraps are a win. High in protein, low in carbs, and packed with crunchy veggies — they’re a smart choice for anyone trying to eat lighter without giving up taste. Plus, they’re super customizable. Add extra veggies for more crunch, spice them up with chili paste 🌶️, or even drizzle some peanut sauce for a different twist. You can totally make them your own.
Healthy eating doesn’t have to be boring or complicated. With these wraps, you get the best of both worlds: bold flavour and guilt-free ingredients. Whether you’re cooking for yourself, your family, or meal-prepping for the week, this recipe will make you feel good about what’s on your plate. So grab some lettuce, whip up the filling, and let’s dig into these Healthy Chicken Lettuce Wraps 🥬✨—fresh, fun, and oh-so-satisfying!
Healthy Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Ingredients
Method
- Make the Sauce: Whisk together hoisin sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, ½ tbsp sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and shallot.
- Cook Chicken: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground chicken, season lightly with salt and pepper, and cook until browned, breaking it apart.
- Add Veggies: Stir in water chestnuts, mushrooms, and green onions. Cook for 3–4 minutes.
- Combine: Pour the sauce over the chicken mixture. Stir well and cook another 2–3 minutes until slightly glazed.
- Assemble: Spoon the filling into crisp lettuce leaves. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Protein swaps: Try ground turkey or even shredded rotisserie chicken.
- Make it vegetarian: Replace chicken with crumbled tofu or lentils.
- Extra crunch: Add shredded carrots, diced bell peppers, or cucumbers.
- Storage tip: Keep filling and lettuce separate in the fridge for up to 3 days. Assemble wraps just before eating.
- Serving idea: Pair with brown rice or quinoa for a more filling meal.
