Name: Teriyaki Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: ¼ cup soy sauce (or Tamari for gluten-free); 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (for sweetness); 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 1 tablespoon cornstarch (to thicken the sauce); 1 tablespoon water; 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional for garnish); 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into small pieces or thin strips); 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon pepper; 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking); 2 green onions, thinly sliced (optional for garnish); 12-16 large lettuce leaves (Butter lettuce, Romaine, or Iceberg works best); 1 small cucumber, julienned (optional for crunch); 1 small carrot, grated (optional for extra color and crunch); Fresh cilantro leaves (optional for garnish); Chicken: Lean chicken breast is used in this recipe, providing a great source of protein while keeping the dish healthy.; Teriyaki Sauce: This homemade sauce is made from simple ingredients like soy sauce, honey, and rice vinegar, which gives it a rich flavor with no artificial additives.; Lettuce: Fresh lettuce leaves act as a healthy, crunchy wrap instead of traditional tortillas or bread, giving the wraps a light and refreshing base.; Ginger and Garlic: Fresh ginger and garlic are added to the sauce to provide depth of flavor and an aromatic touch that enhances the overall taste of the dish.

Ingredients

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For the Teriyaki Sauce:

¼ cup soy sauce (or Tamari for gluten-free)
2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (for sweetness)
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon cornstarch (to thicken the sauce)
1 tablespoon water
1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional for garnish)

For the Chicken Filling:

2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into small pieces or thin strips)
2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)
2 green onions, thinly sliced (optional for garnish)

For the Lettuce Wraps:

12–16 large lettuce leaves (Butter lettuce, Romaine, or Iceberg works best)
1 small cucumber, julienned (optional for crunch)
1 small carrot, grated (optional for extra color and crunch)
Fresh cilantro leaves (optional for garnish)

Ingredient Highlights

Chicken: Lean chicken breast is used in this recipe, providing a great source of protein while keeping the dish healthy.
Teriyaki Sauce: This homemade sauce is made from simple ingredients like soy sauce, honey, and rice vinegar, which gives it a rich flavor with no artificial additives.
Lettuce: Fresh lettuce leaves act as a healthy, crunchy wrap instead of traditional tortillas or bread, giving the wraps a light and refreshing base.
Ginger and Garlic: Fresh ginger and garlic are added to the sauce to provide depth of flavor and an aromatic touch that enhances the overall taste of the dish.

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Instructions

Prepare the Teriyaki Sauce:

Mix the Sauce Ingredients: In a small saucepan, combine the soy sauce, honey (or maple syrup), rice vinegar, grated ginger, minced garlic, and sesame oil. Stir well to combine.
Thicken the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water until smooth, then add it to the sauce. Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently. Let it cook for 3-5 minutes or until it thickens. Once thickened, remove from heat and set aside to cool.

Cook the Chicken:

Season the Chicken: Season the cut-up chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned and cooked through. Ensure that the chicken is no longer pink inside.
Add the Teriyaki Sauce: Once the chicken is cooked, pour the prepared teriyaki sauce over the chicken. Stir to coat the chicken evenly with the sauce. Let the chicken simmer for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce is heated through and slightly caramelized.

Assemble the Lettuce Wraps:

Prepare the Lettuce: While the chicken is cooking, wash and dry the lettuce leaves. Gently separate the leaves, making sure they stay intact for wrapping. You’ll need about 12-16 leaves depending on their size.
Assemble the Wraps: Spoon a portion of the teriyaki chicken into the center of each lettuce leaf. If desired, top with julienned cucumber, grated carrot, and fresh cilantro for extra flavor and texture.
Serve: Fold the sides of the lettuce leaf around the filling and serve the wraps immediately.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Nutrition

Serving Size: 6
Calories: 250
Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 25g