Description
Wrap your hands around this low-carb dream: sweet, savory, crispy teriyaki chicken tucked inside fresh, crunchy lettuce leaves. It’s a 30-minute dinner that hits every note—healthy, fun, and totally satisfying. Perfect for weeknights or impressing guests with zero stress. Ready to crunch into flavor?
Ingredients
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts), chopped
2 tbsp cornstarch
Salt & pepper to taste
2 tbsp oil (avocado or sesame oil for extra flavor)
1/3 cup teriyaki sauce (store-bought or homemade)
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp ginger, grated
Butter lettuce or romaine hearts (washed & separated)
Toppings: shredded carrots, sliced green onions, sesame seeds
Instructions
Crisp it up: Toss chicken with cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Heat oil in a pan over medium-high. Cook chicken until golden and crispy, about 5–7 minutes.
Sauce it: Lower heat. Add garlic, ginger, and teriyaki sauce. Stir to coat and simmer for 2–3 minutes until thickened.
Wrap it: Spoon the sticky, crispy chicken into lettuce leaves. Add toppings like crunchy carrots, sesame seeds, and scallions.
Serve & devour: Stack, wrap, and enjoy instantly—no forks needed!
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 210
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Protein: 20g