Paleo Chicken Lettuce Wraps
These light and healthy Paleo Chicken Lettuce Wraps are quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, making them perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken or diced chicken breasts
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos substitute for soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup carrots, grated or chopped for extra crunch
- 8 leaves bibb lettuce or romaine for wrapping
Cheaters Hoisin Sauce (optional)
- 2 tbsp almond butter
- 1 tbsp honey omit if on Whole30
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- to taste chili paste for spiciness
Instructions
Cooking
- Heat a splash of oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the ground chicken and break it up in the pan.
- Once the chicken is almost cooked through, add the garlic, onion, and ginger.
- Cook until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in the coconut aminos, sesame oil, and apple cider vinegar.
- Add the grated or chopped carrots and stir until everything is mixed well.
- Let the filling cool slightly before serving.
- Stuff the filling into lettuce leaves and serve immediately.
Notes
For a crunchier texture, chill the lettuce leaves in the fridge before using. Other lettuce options include cabbage leaves or collards for a different flavor. Serve with a simple dipping sauce if desired.