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Shredded Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Sauce

Pasindu Β· 1 min read Β· Updated July 2, 2026

These shredded chicken lettuce wraps come together in under 30 minutes and deliver a seriously satisfying meal without the carb load of a rice or noodle bowl. Crisp butter lettuce cups hold juicy seasoned chicken, crunchy vegetables, and a rich, savoury peanut sauce that ties it all together.

Each serving packs around 40g of protein with minimal carbs, making this an ideal quick weeknight dinner or meal-prep lunch β€” just store the components separately and assemble when you’re ready to eat.

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15 minPrep Time
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15 minCook Time
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4Servings
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EasyDifficulty

Nutrition Per Serving

430Calories
40gProtein
14gCarbs
24gFat

Ingredients

  • 700g chicken breast (2 large), poached or pan-cooked, then shredded
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
  • 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 medium carrot, julienned or grated
  • 2 spring onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 red capsicum (bell pepper), thinly sliced
  • 1 head butter lettuce, leaves separated and washed
  • 2 tbsp fresh coriander (cilantro), roughly chopped
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds, to garnish
  • 3 tbsp natural peanut butter (smooth)
  • 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1 tsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
  • 2–3 tbsp warm water, to thin the sauce
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Instructions

  1. Cook the chicken: bring a pot of salted water to a simmer, add the chicken breasts, and poach for 12–14 minutes until cooked through. Alternatively, pan-sear over medium heat with a splash of oil for 6–7 minutes per side. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then shred with two forks.
  2. Make the peanut sauce: whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, and sriracha in a small bowl. Add warm water one tablespoon at a time until you reach a smooth, pourable consistency. Taste and adjust heat or acidity as needed.
  3. Season the chicken: heat the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for 60 seconds until fragrant. Add the shredded chicken and soy sauce, tossing to coat, and cook for 2–3 minutes until warmed through and lightly glossy.
  4. Prepare the vegetables: while the chicken heats, julienne the carrot, slice the capsicum, and thinly slice the spring onions. Keep them raw for maximum crunch.
  5. Assemble the wraps: lay out the butter lettuce cups on a serving platter or board. Divide the seasoned shredded chicken evenly among the cups, then top each with carrot, capsicum, and spring onion.
  6. Finish and serve: drizzle the peanut sauce generously over each wrap, scatter with fresh coriander and sesame seeds, and serve immediately with any remaining sauce on the side.

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