Dairy-Free Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Loaded with bold, vibrant flavors, these Dairy-Free Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps are the ultimate healthy, gluten-free dinner or appetizer. Featuring tender ground chicken infused with garlic, fresh ginger, coconut aminos, and a splash of lime juice, this recipe offers the perfect balance of savory and tangy goodness. Crunchy jicama, shredded carrots, and green onions add delightful texture to every bite, while the crisp iceberg or butter lettuce wraps keep it light and refreshing. Garnish with optional crushed peanuts for a subtle nutty crunch or leave them out for a nut-free alternative. Ready in just 25 minutes, these easy-to-make wraps are dairy-free, customizable, and perfect for busy weeknights or serving guests.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground chicken
- 3 tbsp Coconut aminos (or low-sodium soy sauce)
- 1 tbsp Fresh ginger, minced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Fish sauce
- 2 tbsp Lime juice
- 1 tbsp Sesame oil
- 0.5 tsp Red chili flakes (optional, for spice)
- 0.5 cup Jicama or water chestnuts, diced
- 0.5 cup Carrot, shredded
- 0.25 cup Green onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp Cilantro, chopped
- 8 pieces Iceberg or butter lettuce leaves
- 2 tbsp Crushed peanuts (optional, omit for nut-free)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add sesame oil.
Add minced garlic and ginger to the skillet. Sauté for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add ground chicken to the skillet. Cook, breaking it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon, for about 5-7 minutes, or until fully cooked and no longer pink.
Stir in coconut aminos, fish sauce, lime juice, and red chili flakes (if using). Let it cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.
Mix in the diced jicama (or water chestnuts), shredded carrot, and green onion. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, or until the vegetables soften slightly.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in chopped cilantro.
To assemble, spoon the chicken mixture into individual lettuce leaves.
Sprinkle with crushed peanuts if desired, and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1013 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.4 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.6 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 390 mg | 130% | |
| Sodium | 3690 mg | 160% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.0 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.3 g | ||
| Protein | 83.5 g | 167% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 150 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 1766 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
