30-Minute Teriyaki Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Indulge in the mouthwatering experience of 30-minute teriyaki chicken lettuce wraps, where juicy chicken thighs meet a sweet and tangy teriyaki sauce, all wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, these wraps deliver delightful crunch and flavor with every bite. Customize them with your favorite toppings for a meal that’s sure to impress your family and friends, all in just half an hour!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (8 wraps) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 cup chopped green onions
- 8 large butter or romaine lettuce leaves
- 1 cup sliced cucumbers
- 1 cup shredded carrots
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients. Chop green onions and slice cucumbers and carrots thinly.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, add sesame oil. Once hot, add chicken thighs seasoned with salt and pepper; cook for 6-8 minutes per side until golden brown and no longer pink.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, pour teriyaki sauce over chicken, and stir to coat evenly. Simmer for an additional minute until heated through.
- Lay out lettuce leaves on a platter. Spoon teriyaki chicken into each leaf and top with cucumbers, carrots, and green onions.
- Serve immediately or family-style for guests to assemble their own wraps.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 wraps (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For enhanced flavor, marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes before cooking. - Substitute chicken with ground turkey or tofu for alternative protein options. - Top with sesame seeds or drizzle spicy mayo for an extra kick.