Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Teriyaki Chicken Lettuce Wraps, a delightful dish that transforms ordinary meals into an extraordinary experience. These wraps combine tender, marinated chicken with fresh veggies and juicy pineapple, all nestled in crisp romaine lettuce leaves. Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, they are not just delicious but also a healthier alternative to traditional wraps. Enjoy the balance of savory teriyaki sauce and crunchy textures while impressing your family or guests with this easy-to-make recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
- 1 cup shredded Jack cheese
- teriyaki sauce (homemade)
- 8 canned Dole pineapple slices
- 1 head of romaine lettuce
- green onions, sliced
- toasted sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Make the teriyaki sauce by combining soy sauce, water, red wine vinegar, brown sugar, granulated sugar, minced garlic, and ground ginger in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk until dissolved.
- Mix cornstarch with warm water in a separate bowl. Gradually add it to the saucepan while stirring until thickened.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and cook the chicken pieces until golden brown. Pour in about two-thirds of the teriyaki sauce to coat evenly.
- Assemble wraps by placing chicken in lettuce leaves and topping with cheese, green onions, and pineapple slices.
- Serve immediately with additional teriyaki sauce on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap (180g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg