Quick High Protein Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Sauce
Quick Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Sauce are crispy, fresh, and packed with protein. After making this many times, I discovered the trick to keeping them crispy is to pat the chicken dry before cooking. This light, better-than-takeout dish is perfect for busy weeknights. Keep reading for my best tips or jump to the recipe card. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Meal Prep Steak and Arugula Salad for Dinner and Easy Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza Recipe.
Why This Quick High Protein Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Sauce Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy chicken in every bite
- Easy, 20-minute meal
- Fresh, light lettuce wraps
- Better than takeout taste
What You'll Need for Quick High Protein Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Sauce
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- ground chicken
- lettuce leaves
- peanut butter
- soy sauce
- garlic
- ginger
- garlic
- ginger
- soy sauce
- peanut butter
- sesame oil
- sriracha (optional)
- Optional: chopped peanuts
- Optional: green onions
- Optional: sriracha
- Optional: limes
📝 Ingredient Notes
- ground chicken: You can substitute with turkey or shrimp.
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How to Make Quick High Protein Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Sauce
- Prepare Ingredients: Mince garlic and ginger. Chop peanuts (if using). Wash and separate lettuce leaves.
- Cook Chicken: In a large skillet, cook ground chicken over medium heat until browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat.
- Make Sauce: In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, peanut butter, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and sriracha (if using).
- Assemble Wraps: Pour sauce over cooked chicken. Stir to combine. Spoon chicken into lettuce leaves. Top with optional toppings.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Quick High Protein Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Sauce
- : Pat chicken dry before cooking to prevent soggy wraps.
- Common mistake and fix: If sauce is too thick, thin it out with a bit of water.
- : For a spicier wrap, add more sriracha or serve with hot sauce on the side.
- : To make ahead, cook chicken and prepare sauce. Store separately and assemble before serving.
Storing & Reheating Quick High Protein Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Sauce
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftover wraps in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Chicken and sauce can be made ahead of time. Assemble before serving.
Freezing Quick High Protein Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Sauce
Not recommended for freezing.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a lighter wrap, use iceberg or romaine lettuce leaves.
- Best substitution: Substitute peanut butter with almond butter for a different flavor.
- Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If wraps are soggy, pat chicken dry and use less sauce.
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Quick High Protein Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Sauce
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- ground chicken
- lettuce leaves
- peanut butter
- soy sauce
- garlic
- ginger
Seasonings
- garlic
- ginger
- soy sauce
- peanut butter
- sesame oil
- sriracha (optional)
Optional Toppings
- chopped peanuts
- green onions
- sriracha
- limes
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Mince garlic and ginger. Chop peanuts (if using). Wash and separate lettuce leaves.
- Cook Chicken: In a large skillet, cook ground chicken over medium heat until browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat.
- Make Sauce: In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, peanut butter, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and sriracha (if using).
- Assemble Wraps: Pour sauce over cooked chicken. Stir to combine. Spoon chicken into lettuce leaves. Top with optional toppings.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a lighter wrap, use iceberg or romaine lettuce leaves.
- Best substitution: Substitute peanut butter with almond butter for a different flavor.
- Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If wraps are soggy, pat chicken dry and use less sauce.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftover wraps in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended for freezing.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
- Make ahead: Chicken and sauce can be made ahead of time. Assemble before serving.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 30g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbs: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Cholesterol: 80mg
- Sat. Fat: 3g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Quick High Protein Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Sauce FAQs
Yes, you can make the chicken and sauce ahead of time. Assemble before serving to keep wraps crispy.
To prevent soggy wraps, pat chicken dry before cooking and use less sauce.
It's not recommended to freeze lettuce wraps as they can become soggy and lose their texture.
Yes, cook chicken in the air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes. Then proceed with the recipe as written.
Chicken lettuce wraps are typically served with a peanut sauce and have a lighter, fresher taste. Tacos usually have a tomato-based sauce and are served with tortillas.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Quick High Protein Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Sauce and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
