Teriyaki Chicken Lettuce Wraps
This Teriyaki Chicken Lettuce Wraps delivers 42g protein and 543 calories per serving, making it one of the leanest high-protein lunch options available. Six servings batch-prep in minutes on the stovetop, ideal for hitting your protein targets without excess carbs or fat.
Ingredients
- •Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless(907g)
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
- •1 teaspoon kosher salt
- •Vegetable oil(30g)
- •Broccoli(360g)
- •Bell Pepper(240g)
- •Cornstarch(45g)
- •Brown sugar(180g)
- •Soy Sauce, Low Sodium(120g)
- •Honey(15g)
- •Ginger, Fresh Root(3g)
- •Garlic powder(3g)
- •Carrots(180g)
- •Water Chestnuts, Canned, Drained
- •Sea Salt, To Taste
- •Freshly Cracked Black Pepper, To Taste
- •Lettuce, Iceberg
- •Cashews(120g)
- •Green Onion (Scallion)
- •Sesame seeds
Instructions
- 1Season the chicken all over with the salt. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is glistening, add the chicken, broccoli and bell pepper, and cook, stirring frequently, until the chicken is cooked through, about 8 minutes.
- 2Meanwhile, make the teriyaki sauce. In a medium bowl, combine the cornstarch with 1¼ cups cold water. Whisk in the brown sugar, soy sauce, honey, ginger, and garlic powder.
- 3Stir the sauce, carrots, and water chestnuts into the skillet with chicken. Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to medium and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the veggies are tender and the sauce has thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- 4Divide the lettuce leaves between plates and fill evenly with the teriyaki chicken. Sprinkle with the cashews, green onions, and sesame seeds, if using, before serving.
Nutrition — Per Serving
543
calories
42g
protein
18g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 55g
- Saturated fat
- 3.3g
- Sodium
- 842 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 4.2g
6 servings per batch · ~367g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Teriyaki Chicken Lettuce Wraps have per serving?
Each serving provides 42g of protein with 543 calories, 18g fat, and 55g carbs for a balanced macro spread. This makes it a solid middle-ground option for either fat loss or muscle gain phases.
How long does Teriyaki Chicken Lettuce Wraps take to prep?
Quick prep time on the stovetop yields 6 servings per batch, giving you multiple lunch portions from a single cooking session. You can scale this efficiently for meal prep days.
Is Teriyaki Chicken Lettuce Wraps good for muscle gain?
At 42g protein and 543 calories per serving with 55g carbs, this recipe supports muscle gain by delivering substantial protein alongside carbohydrates for workout fuel and recovery. The wrap format also makes portion control and on-the-go eating straightforward.
