Chicken: 1 pound ground chicken or finely diced chicken breast
Vegetables: ½ cup diced onion, 1 cup diced bell peppers, ½ cup grated carrots, 2 garlic cloves (minced), and 1 teaspoon minced ginger
Teriyaki sauce: ⅓ cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, and 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 teaspoons water (for thickening)
For the Wraps
Lettuce leaves: 12 large leaves of butter lettuce, iceberg, or romaine
Garnishes: 2 tablespoons chopped green onions, 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, and ½ cup shredded red cabbage for added crunch
Optional Add-ins
Crushed peanuts or cashews for texture
Sriracha or chili flakes for heat
Cooked quinoa or rice if you prefer a heartier wrap
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients
Wash and dry the lettuce leaves thoroughly, being careful not to tear them. Set them aside on a platter.
Dice the onions, bell peppers, and grate the carrots. Mince the garlic and ginger. Prepare the garnishes (green onions, sesame seeds, shredded cabbage) and set them aside.
Step 2: Cook the Chicken
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add a drizzle of sesame oil or neutral cooking oil.
Add the ground chicken (or diced chicken breast) to the pan, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks. Cook for 5–7 minutes or until the chicken is browned and fully cooked.
Step 3: Add the Vegetables
Add the diced onions, bell peppers, grated carrots, garlic, and ginger to the skillet with the cooked chicken. Stir everything together and cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the vegetables to soften slightly while still retaining a bit of crunch.
Step 4: Make the Teriyaki Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey (or maple syrup), rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Mix the cornstarch with water in a separate bowl to create a slurry.
Pour the soy sauce mixture over the chicken and vegetables, stirring to coat everything evenly. Slowly add the cornstarch slurry, cooking for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and glazes the chicken mixture.
Step 5: Assemble the Wraps
Spoon the teriyaki chicken filling into the center of each lettuce leaf. Top with garnishes such as green onions, sesame seeds, and shredded cabbage.
Serve immediately with optional sides or dipping sauces, such as additional teriyaki sauce, sriracha, or sweet chili sauce.
