Light • Juicy • High-Protein • Low-Carb
These lettuce wraps are fresh, flavorful, and super filling without the carb crash. Perfect for quick lunches or easy dinners when you want something clean but satisfying.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Filling:
2 tbsp olive oil or sesame oil
1 lb (450g) chicken breast, finely chopped or minced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
½ cup bell peppers, finely chopped
½ cup carrots, finely chopped
2 green onions, sliced
For Keto Teriyaki Sauce:
¼ cup soy sauce or coconut aminos
2 tbsp keto honey or monk-fruit sweetener
1 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
1 tsp sesame oil
½ tsp xanthan gum (optional, for thickening)
For Serving:
Butter lettuce or iceberg lettuce leaves
Sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add garlic and ginger, sauté until fragrant (30 seconds).
- Add chicken and cook until fully done and lightly golden.
- Stir in bell peppers and carrots; cook for 2–3 minutes until tender but crisp.
- In a bowl, whisk all teriyaki sauce ingredients.
- Pour sauce over chicken mixture and cook for 1–2 minutes until glossy and thick.
- Spoon hot chicken into crisp lettuce leaves.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
Nutrition (Per Serving – Approx.)
Protein: 32–35g
Carbs: 5–6g net
Fats: 12–14g
Calories: ~290
Perfect for keto, low-carb, and high-protein plans.
