Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Ground chicken stir-fried with ginger, garlic, and water chestnuts in crisp lettuce cups. 290 calories, 28g protein.
Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps has 290 calories per serving, with 28g protein, 18g carbs, 12g fat, and 4g fiber. Prep 10 min, cook 10 min.
Nutrition per serving
1 serving(s)
290
Calories
28g
Protein
56% DV
18g
Carbs
7% DV
12g
Fat
15% DV
* %DV based on a 2000 calorie diet
📊 290 calories per serving.
🔥 9.7g protein per 100 cal.
Nutrition values are estimates based on standard ingredient data and may vary with the brands and portions you use. How we calculate nutrition.
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
10 min
Servings
1
Est. Cost
$3.50
Why You’ll Love These Chicken Lettuce Wraps
These Asian chicken lettuce wraps are a low-carb, high-protein lunch that’s ready in 20 minutes. The combination of savory ground chicken, fragrant ginger, and garlic wrapped in crisp butter lettuce is incredibly satisfying for under 300 calories.
Ingredients
- 120g ground chicken
- 4 large butter lettuce leaves
- ¼ onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
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Heat sesame oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
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Add onion, garlic, and ginger — stir-fry 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
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Add ground chicken and cook 5-6 minutes, breaking it up with a spatula until no pink remains.
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Pour in soy sauce and toss to coat. Cook 1 more minute.
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Spoon the chicken mixture into lettuce leaves and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 290 kcal |
| Protein | 28g |
| Carbs | 18g |
| Fat | 12g |
| Fiber | 4g |
Tips
- Add water chestnuts or diced bell pepper for extra crunch.
- Top with sriracha for a spicy kick.
Dietary tags
What do these tags mean?
- High protein
- ≥ 25g protein per serving.
- High fiber
- ≥ 8g fiber per serving.
- Meal prep
- Stores 3+ days in the fridge or is freezer-friendly with reheat instructions.
- Low calorie
- Under 300 calories per serving.
- No cook
- No heat source required — assemble and eat.
Definitions are consistent across the site. Nutrition values are estimates based on standard U.S. database values; actual results vary by brand and portion.
🧊 Storage & Reheat
Fridge
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freezer
Not recommended for freezing.
Reheat
Microwave 700W for 60–90 seconds, or until steaming hot throughout.
Equipment
skillet
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