Ground Chicken Teriyaki Lettuce Wraps Recipe
These Ground Chicken Teriyaki Lettuce Wraps offer a flavorful, healthy, and quick meal perfect for weeknight dinners. Juicy ground chicken simmered in a savory Edo Japan Teriyaki sauce is paired with fresh, crunchy vegetables and fluffy rice, all wrapped in crisp romaine lettuce cups. This low-carb, protein-packed dish is perfect for a light yet satisfying lunch or dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Proteins
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup cooked edamame beans (not in the pod)
Sauces and Condiments
- 1 bottle Edo Japan Teriyaki Sauce (approximately 10–12 oz)
Vegetables
- 1 head romaine lettuce, sliced in half, inner core removed to form cups
- 1 red pepper, thinly sliced into sticks
- 2 large carrots, thinly sliced into sticks
Grains
- 1.5 cups rice (any variety preferred)
Instructions
- Prepare the Rice: Cook 1.5 cups of rice according to the package instructions until fluffy and fully cooked, then set aside and keep warm.
- Cook Ground Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the ground chicken. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is no longer pink and is thoroughly cooked, about 6-8 minutes.
- Add Teriyaki Sauce: Pour the entire bottle of Edo Japan Teriyaki Sauce over the cooked chicken. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the mixture simmer for 3-5 minutes until the sauce is heated through and slightly thickened.
- Remove from Heat: Take the skillet off the heat once the chicken is well coated and the sauce is hot.
- Assemble Lettuce Wraps: Take a lettuce cup and layer with a spoonful of cooked rice, a generous amount of the teriyaki chicken, and top with red pepper sticks, carrot sticks, and edamame beans for a fresh crunch.
- Serve or Store: Enjoy the wraps immediately for optimal freshness, or pack each component separately in airtight containers and store in the fridge for up to 4 days for convenient leftovers.
Notes
- You can substitute the rice with cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
- Feel free to add other fresh vegetables such as cucumber or shredded cabbage for extra texture.
- To make this recipe vegetarian, substitute ground chicken and edamame with firm tofu and tempeh.
- Ensure the teriyaki sauce you choose fits your dietary preferences, as sodium levels can vary.
- For added heat, sprinkle some chili flakes or drizzle sriracha on top before serving.
