Teriyaki Chicken Lettuce Wraps (Low Calorie)
Teriyaki Chicken Lettuce Wraps (Low Calorie) are a deliciously light and nutritious dish perfect for any occasion. These wraps combine tender, savory chicken with crisp lettuce leaves, making them an ideal meal for lunch, dinner, or a satisfying snack. With just 161 calories per serving and a hearty 22 grams of protein, they not only cater to your taste buds but also align with your health goals. These versatile wraps can be customized with your favorite toppings or veggies, making them a delightful choice for meal prep or quick bites during busy days. Enjoy the burst of flavors in every bite while keeping your calorie count low!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts (diced)
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tsp fresh ginger (grated)
- 2 cloves of garlic (minced)
- Sweet gem lettuce leaves
- 1 tsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
- green onion (sliced, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, olive oil, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, cornstarch, ginger, and garlic until smooth.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and add diced chicken. Cook for about 5 minutes on one side.
- Flip the chicken and continue cooking for another 3 minutes until slightly browned.
- Pour in the prepared sauce and lower the heat. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Assemble by placing the teriyaki chicken mixture into sweet gem lettuce leaves and top with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 161
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg