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Chicken Lettuce Wraps Recipe

Name: Chicken Lettuce Wraps Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1 ½ pounds ground chicken; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 1 teaspoon garlic, minced; ½ teaspoon ground ginger; ¾ cup carrots, shredded; ⅓ cup green onion, diced; ½ cup Homemade Teriyaki Sauce (or store-bought); 12 butterhead lettuce leaves, washed; Fried rice noodles (optional); Red cabbage (optional)

ByThomas Greene January 4, 2026January 4, 2026

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Introduction

Chicken lettuce wraps are a light and flavorful dish perfect for a quick meal or appetizer. Ground chicken is cooked with savory seasonings and served in crisp butterhead lettuce leaves for a refreshing crunch.

The image shows three lettuce wraps placed closely on a round white plate with a gray rim, set on a wooden board over a white marbled surface. Each wrap has a bright green lettuce leaf forming a cup-like base, filled with layers of cooked brown ground meat mixed with thin orange carrot strips and small pieces of purple cabbage. On top of the filling, there are thin crunchy white noodle pieces scattered for texture. In the background, there are small bowls containing shredded carrots and green peas, partially blurred. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 ½ pounds ground chicken
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
½ teaspoon ground ginger
¾ cup carrots, shredded
⅓ cup green onion, diced
½ cup Homemade Teriyaki Sauce (or store-bought)
12 butterhead lettuce leaves, washed
Fried rice noodles and red cabbage, for serving

Instructions

Step 1: Heat 1 tablespoon sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground chicken and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until no longer pink and cooked through.
Step 2: Stir in ½ cup teriyaki sauce, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, ½ teaspoon ground ginger, ¾ cup shredded carrots, and ⅓ cup diced green onion. Cook and warm through for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 3: Spoon a portion of the chicken mixture into each butterhead lettuce leaf. Serve immediately with fried rice noodles and red cabbage on the side if desired.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, toast sesame seeds and sprinkle on top before serving.
Substitute ground turkey or pork if you prefer a different protein.
Add chopped water chestnuts or mushrooms for added texture.
If you like spicy, mix in a dash of sriracha or chili flakes to the chicken mixture.

Storage

Store any leftover cooked chicken mixture in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat until warmed through. Keep lettuce separate and fresh for best texture.

How to Serve

The image shows three lettuce wraps on a round white plate. Each wrap has a large, bright green lettuce leaf as the base, folded to hold the filling. The filling includes seasoned ground meat mixed with thin strips of purple cabbage and orange carrot. On top of the filling, there are thin, crispy white noodle strips for texture. The plate is on a wooden board with small bowls of shredded orange carrot and chopped green onions in the background, all set against a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use different types of lettuce?

Yes, butterhead lettuce works best for its softness, but you can use iceberg or romaine leaves as alternatives if preferred.

Is it possible to make this recipe gluten-free?

Yes, use a gluten-free teriyaki sauce or make your own to ensure the dish is gluten-free.