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    Keto Chicken Lettuce Wraps

    Published: Apr 11, 2023 Updated: Apr 11, 2023 By: Cassidy May earn from affiliate links.

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    These gluten-free keto chicken lettuce wraps contain ground chicken, veggies, and a savory hoisin sauce served in cool, crisp lettuce cups. They're easy to make and taste just like the restaurant variety!

    overhead shot of keto chicken lettuce wraps on a cutting board.

    These sugar-free lettuce wraps make a quick and delicious lunch or dinner, or serve them at a party as a keto appetizer! They're super flavorful, easy to make, and full of great texture!

    Or if you're looking for more keto Asian recipes, be sure to check out these keto cashew chicken and low-carb beef and broccoli stir-fry recipes!

    ❤️ Why You'll Love These Keto Asian Lettuce Wraps: 1) They're quick and easy to make. 2) Are full of flavor and texture. 3) Taste just like the restaurant variety, and 3) Are gluten-free, keto, paleo, and low-carb!

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What's the best lettuce for lettuce cups?

    The best cup lettuce is sturdy, deep enough to hold the fillings, and hardy enough not to wilt when adding a warm filling. My favorite is Bibb lettuce, but Boston lettuce, romaine hearts, and cabbage leaves also work well.

    Is butter lettuce and bibb lettuce the same?

    Yes, butter lettuce is a type of lettuce that includes Bibb lettuce and Boston lettuce. So, if you can only find butter lettuce at the store, it will work perfectly in this recipe!

    Why are there carrots in a keto recipe?

    While carrots aren't typically considered keto, they have a low glycemic index, add tons of flavor, and only add minimal carbs when distributed throughout the entire recipe.

    What are water chestnuts? Are water chestnuts keto?

    Water chestnuts are a crunchy, starchy root vegetable that is often grown underwater in muddy and marshy areas. They are typically sold in a can on the international aisle of the grocery store. They are not usually considered low-carb, as they have nine net carbs per ยฝ cup. I only used ยผ cup of water chestnuts in this recipe to keep the carbs low, but you can omit them or replace them with peanuts for the same crunch!

    How do you keep the lettuce from getting soggy?

    Be sure to dry the lettuce after washing thoroughly. Otherwise, it will become soggy. Also, only fill the lettuce cups right before serving because they can get soggy if they sit for too long.

    Ingredients

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    Here are the easy low-carb chicken lettuce wrap ingredients:

    • Ground Chicken: Ground chicken has a mild flavor and is the perfect medium for the great flavors of these Asian lettuce wraps.
    • Onion, Garlic, & Ginger: Aromatics and flavor.
    • Oil: For sauteeing the veggies and chicken. Use any cooking oil you prefer.
    • Hoisin Sauce: I prefer to make my own; it's a simple blend of common low-carb ingredients that can be whipped up in no time! I don't recommend store-bought because it's usually pretty high in carbs and isn't always gluten-free.
    • Mushrooms: Mushrooms add texture, bulk, and flavor. Feel free to replace them with chopped zucchini or another similar vegetable if you don't like mushrooms.
    • Shredded Carrots: These add flavor and a subtle sweetness. While carrots aren't always considered keto, there is only ยฝ cup in the entire recipe, so they add minimal carbs.
    • Water Chestnuts: These add crunch and texture. They are, however, a bit high in carbs, which is why there is only ยผ cup. Feel free to omit them or replace them with peanuts to make the dish lower-carb.
    • Bibb Lettuce: My favorite lettuce for low-carb lettuce wraps!

    Easy instructions

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    Step #1: Mix together the hoisin sauce ingredients and set aside. And you don't need to heat it, whisk all the ingredients until it's well combined!

    sauteed mushrooms and onion in pot.

    Step #2: In a large skillet, wok, or Dutch oven, saute onion and mushrooms.

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    Step #4: Add some garlic and cook until fragrant. Then add the ground chicken and cook until browned.

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    Step #5: Add shredded carrots, ginger, hoisin sauce, and water chestnuts. Cook until heated through and serve in lettuce cups.

    Serving suggestions

    While I love these Asian chicken lettuce wraps as-is, here are a few other ways to serve them:

    • Serve alongside some cauliflower rice made into keto fried rice by adding some coconut aminos and scrambled eggs.
    • Love bread? Replace the lettuce with a keto tortilla.
    • Serve with extra hoisin sauce for drizzling and dipping.

    And don't forget a keto dessert! I personally love this best keto brownies recipe and low-carb berry dump cake.

    Or this two ingredient peanut butter fudge from Life After Wheat looks pretty yummy, too! Just be sure to use keto cream cheese frosting 👍

    Storage

    Here are the storage instructions for the filling only. Be sure only to use fresh lettuce to keep the leaves cool and crisp.

    • Store: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 1 week.
    • Freeze: Freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw before reheating.
    • Reheat: Reheat in a skillet with a small amount of oil over medium heat. Add a bit more hoisin sauce, if desired, to keep it from being dry.

    Substitutions

    • Not a fan of ground chicken? Use ground pork or even ground beef!
    • For fewer carbs, omit the water chestnuts or replace them with peanuts. Every ยผ cup of water chestnuts adds two net carbs per serving.
    • If you don't like mushrooms, you can replace them with chopped zucchini or another similar vegetable.
    • While I prefer bibb or butter lettuce, romaine lettuce or cabbage leaves can also be used.

    Have you tried this keto chicken lettuce wrap recipe? If so, then let me know what you think in the comments below 👇

    Or, if you're looking for more take-out favorites, be sure to check out this Chinese Keto Pepper Steak Recipe and Cheeseburger Big Mac Salad Bowl!

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    Keto Chicken Lettuce Wraps

    These keto chicken lettuce wraps are made with ground chicken, veggies, and a savory hoisin sauce served in cool, crisp lettuce cups. They're easy to make and taste just like the restaurant variety!
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    Cuisine: Asian, Chinese, Japanese, Thai
    Diet: Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, grain free, Keto, Low-Carb, Paleo
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Servings: 6 servings
    CALORIES :223kcal
    CARBS :11g
    FIBER :8g
    Author: Cassidy Stauffer

    Ingredients

    • 1 Recipe Hoisin Sauce
    • 1 Head Bibb Lettuce - leaves gently removed from stem
    • ½ Cup Shredded Carrots - about 1 large carrot
    • 2 Tablespoons Avocado Oil - or cooking oil of choice
    • ½ Medium Onion - diced
    • 8 Ounces Mushrooms - chopped
    • 1 Clove Garlic - minced
    • 2 teaspoon Ground Ginger
    • 1 Pound Ground Chicken - or pork or beef
    • ¼ Cup Water Chestnuts - optional, chopped into bite-sized pieces, not included in nutritional information (or peanuts for lower-carb)
    • Sea Salt - to taste
    • Ground Black Pepper - to taste
    • Sesame Seeds - for garnish
    • Green Onions - for garnish
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    Instructions

    • Vigorously whisk together the hoisin sauce ingredients and set aside. No need to heat it, just whisk the ingredients until well combined, being sure that the peanut butter is well dissolved!
    • Chop the end off of the lettuce, then peel away the leaves. Wash and thoroughly dry the leaves and set aside.
    • Use the grater attachment of a food processor or a hand grater to grate the carrots. Set aside.
    • In a large skillet, wok, or Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the onion and cook until soft, around 3 minutes, then add the mushrooms, breaking up the mushrooms with a wooden spoon as they cook. Cook another 3 minutes, or until the onion is translucent and the mushrooms begin to soften. Add the garlic and ground ginger, then cook for 30 seconds, or until fragrant, stirring constantly.
    • Add the ground chicken. Cook, crumbling with a spatula or wooden spoon, until browned. Drain the fat in a colander if desired, but do not rinse. Add the shredded carrots and cook, stirring constantly, until carrots begin to soften, approximately 3 minutes.
    • Pour ยพ of the prepared hoisin sauce into the ground chicken mixture, reserving the rest for serving. Stir until ingredients are incorporated, then add the water chestnuts, if using. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly, then remove from heat. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve hot in bibb lettuce leaves garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.

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    Notes

    • For fewer carbs, omit the water chestnuts (not included in the nutritional information) or replace them with peanuts. Every ยผ cup of water chestnuts adds two total and two net carbs per serving, and every ยผ cup of peanuts adds one total carb and .5 net carbs per serving.
    • Not a fan of ground chicken? Use ground pork or even ground beef!
    • If you don't like mushrooms, you can replace them with chopped zucchini or another similar vegetable.
    • While I prefer bibb or butter lettuce, romaine lettuce or cabbage leaves can also be used.
    • Love bread? Replace the lettuce with a keto tortilla.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1/6th of the recipe | Calories: 223kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.05g | Cholesterol: 65mg | Sodium: 49mg | Potassium: 604mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 928IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 1mg

    NET CARBS = Total Carbs - Fiber - Allulose - Xylitol

    Nutritional information is approximate and may vary. Sugar alcohols, xylitol, and allulose are included in the total carbs and fiber.

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