These Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps are a fresh, healthy, and flavor-packed meal that’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or a light appetizer. Tender shredded chicken is layered with crisp vegetables and topped with a creamy homemade peanut sauce, all wrapped in buttery lettuce leaves. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy recipe delivers bold Thai-inspired flavors with minimal effort.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Ready in only 20 minutes.
- Light, fresh, and naturally gluten-free when using tamari.
- High in protein and loaded with fresh vegetables.
- Perfect for meal prep and healthy lunches.
- No cooking required when using rotisserie chicken.
- Easy to customize with your favorite toppings.
- Great as an appetizer or light dinner.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Lettuce Wraps
- 16 ounces cooked grilled chicken, rotisserie chicken, or slow-cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup seeded and diced English cucumber
- 1 cup grated carrots
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- 1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2–3 green onions, sliced
- 1 head butter lettuce, leaves separated and washed
For the Peanut Sauce
- ⅓ cup powdered peanut butter (PB2 or PBfit)
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 garlic clove, crushed
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- ½ teaspoon freshly grated ginger
Instructions
- Slice or shred the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Prepare the vegetables by dicing the cucumber and tomatoes, grating the carrots, chopping the cilantro, and slicing the green onions.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered peanut butter, almond milk, lime juice, garlic, honey, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and grated ginger until smooth and creamy.
- Taste the peanut sauce and adjust with additional lime juice or a splash of almond milk if needed.
- Arrange the butter lettuce leaves on a serving platter.
- Fill each lettuce leaf with shredded chicken, cucumber, carrots, tomatoes, cilantro, and green onions.
- Generously drizzle the peanut sauce over each wrap.
- Serve the Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps immediately with extra lime wedges and chopped peanuts if desired.
Tips & Tricks
- Use rotisserie chicken to save time.
- Pat the lettuce leaves dry to prevent soggy wraps.
- Chill the vegetables before assembling for extra crunch.
- Add sliced bell peppers, shredded cabbage, or bean sprouts for more texture.
- Garnish with chopped roasted peanuts or sesame seeds.
- For a spicy version, stir a little sriracha or chili garlic sauce into the peanut sauce.
- Double the peanut sauce for dipping.
Details
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Thai-Inspired
- Difficulty: Easy
- Dietary Notes: High Protein, Low Carb, Gluten-Free (when using tamari)
Notes
- Butter lettuce provides the best soft, flexible wraps.
- Romaine hearts or iceberg lettuce can also be used.
- Homemade grilled chicken offers the freshest flavor.
- Add avocado slices for extra creaminess.
Nutrition (Approximate Per Serving)
- Calories: 315
- Protein: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fat: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 420mg
FAQ
Can I make Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps ahead of time?
Yes. Prepare the chicken, vegetables, and peanut sauce separately, then assemble just before serving.
Can I use leftover chicken?
Absolutely. Rotisserie chicken or leftover grilled chicken works perfectly.
How do I keep lettuce wraps crisp?
Store the lettuce leaves separately and assemble right before eating.
Can I make the peanut sauce ahead?
Yes. It keeps well in the refrigerator for up to five days.
Are these lettuce wraps gluten-free?
Yes, if you use tamari instead of regular soy sauce.
Storage
Refrigerator: Store the chicken, vegetables, lettuce, and peanut sauce separately in airtight containers for up to 4 days.
Freezer: Freezing is not recommended for assembled wraps. Cooked chicken can be frozen for up to 2 months.
Serving Tip: Assemble just before serving to keep the lettuce crisp and fresh.
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Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Ingredients
For the Chicken Lettuce Wraps
- 16 ounces cooked grilled chicken rotisserie chicken, or slow-cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup seeded and diced English cucumber
- 1 cup grated carrots
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- 1 bunch fresh cilantro chopped
- 2 –3 green onions sliced
- 1 head butter lettuce leaves separated and washed
For the Peanut Sauce
- ⅓ cup powdered peanut butter PB2 or PBfit
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 garlic clove crushed
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- ½ teaspoon freshly grated ginger
Instructions
- Slice or shred the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Prepare the vegetables by dicing the cucumber and tomatoes, grating the carrots, chopping the cilantro, and slicing the green onions.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered peanut butter, almond milk, lime juice, garlic, honey, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and grated ginger until smooth and creamy.
- Taste the peanut sauce and adjust with additional lime juice or a splash of almond milk if needed.
- Arrange the butter lettuce leaves on a serving platter.
- Fill each lettuce leaf with shredded chicken, cucumber, carrots, tomatoes, cilantro, and green onions.
- Generously drizzle the peanut sauce over each wrap.
- Serve the Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps immediately with extra lime wedges and chopped peanuts if desired.
Notes
- Butter lettuce provides the best soft, flexible wraps.
- Romaine hearts or iceberg lettuce can also be used.
- Homemade grilled chicken offers the freshest flavor.
- Add avocado slices for extra creaminess.
Conclusion
These Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps are a delicious way to enjoy fresh vegetables and lean protein in one satisfying meal. The combination of juicy chicken, crisp vegetables, and creamy peanut sauce creates a healthy recipe that’s perfect for meal prep, family dinners, or entertaining. Once you try them, they’ll become a regular part of your weekly menu.