Quick High Protein Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Sauce
Crispy chicken lettuce wraps with a creamy peanut sauce are ready in just 20 minutes. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to keeping the wraps crispy is to pat the chicken dry before cooking. The warm, crispy chicken wrapped in fresh lettuce leaves is irresistible, and it’s a healthier, better-than-takeout option that’s perfect for busy weeknights. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Crispy Buffalo Chicken Bacon Mozzarella Bombs for Game Day and Easy Protein Pancakes with Cottage Cheese and Oats.
Why This Quick High Protein Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Sauce Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy chicken wrapped in fresh lettuce leaves
- Creamy peanut sauce for dipping
- Healthier than takeout and ready in 20 minutes
- Easy to customize with your favorite toppings
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
- peanut butter
- soy sauce
- garlic
- ginger
- sesame oil
- sriracha (optional)
- Optional: green onions
- Optional: crushed peanuts
- Optional: cilantro
- Optional: sriracha (optional)
📝 Ingredient Notes
- ground chicken: You can also use ground turkey or pork.
- lettuce leaves: I recommend using romaine or iceberg lettuce for these wraps.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Food processor — Makes quick work of mincing the garlic and ginger. → See on Amazon
- Non-stick skillet — Ensures the chicken cooks evenly and doesn't stick. → See on Amazon
How to Make Quick High Protein Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Sauce
- Prepare the chicken: In a bowl, combine ground chicken, minced garlic, minced ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Mix well and set aside.
- Cook the chicken: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken mixture and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat and set aside.
- Prepare the peanut sauce: In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, water, garlic, and ginger until smooth. Add more water if needed to reach your desired consistency. Stir in sriracha if using.
- Assemble the wraps: Separate the lettuce leaves and rinse them under cold water. Pat dry with a paper towel. Spoon some of the cooked chicken onto each lettuce leaf and drizzle with peanut sauce. Top with your favorite toppings and serve immediately.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Quick High Protein Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Sauce
- : Pat the chicken dry before cooking to prevent soggy wraps.
- Common mistake and fix: If your sauce is too thick, add more water, one tablespoon at a time, until it reaches your desired consistency.
- : For a spicier wrap, add more sriracha to the sauce or drizzle some on top of the wrap before serving.
- : To make ahead, prepare the chicken and sauce separately and store in the refrigerator. When ready to serve, assemble the wraps and top with your favorite toppings.
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 refrigerator for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can prepare the chicken and sauce up to 1 day ahead of time.
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 (175°C) for 5-7 minutes or until warmed through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until warmed through.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a lighter wrap, use ground turkey instead of chicken.
- Best substitution: If you don't have peanut butter, you can use almond butter or cashew butter instead.
- Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your wraps are soggy, try patting the chicken dry before cooking and using 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
- peanut butter
- soy sauce
- garlic
- ginger
- sesame oil
- sriracha (optional)
Optional Toppings
- green onions
- crushed peanuts
- cilantro
- sriracha (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: In a bowl, combine ground chicken, minced garlic, minced ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Mix well and set aside.
- Cook the chicken: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken mixture and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat and set aside.
- Prepare the peanut sauce: In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, water, garlic, and ginger until smooth. Add more water if needed to reach your desired consistency. Stir in sriracha if using.
- Assemble the wraps: Separate the lettuce leaves and rinse them under cold water. Pat dry with a paper towel. Spoon some of the cooked chicken onto each lettuce leaf and drizzle with peanut sauce. Top with your favorite toppings and serve immediately.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a lighter wrap, use ground turkey instead of chicken.
- Best substitution: If you don't have peanut butter, you can use almond butter or cashew butter instead.
- Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your wraps are soggy, try patting the chicken dry before cooking and using less sauce.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftover wraps in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended for freezing.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes or until warmed through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until warmed through.
- Make ahead: You can prepare the chicken and sauce up to 1 day ahead of time.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 270
- Protein: 22g
- Fat: 16g
- Carbs: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Cholesterol: 60mg
- 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 prepare the chicken and sauce up to 1 day ahead of time. When ready to serve, assemble the wraps and top with your favorite toppings.
To prevent soggy wraps, pat the chicken dry before cooking and use less sauce.
Not recommended for freezing.
Cook the chicken mixture in the air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes, stirring halfway through, until browned and cooked through.
If you don't have peanut butter, you can use almond butter or cashew butter instead.
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!
