Thai Basil Chicken Lettuce Wraps
This Thai Basil Chicken Lettuce Wraps deliver 30g protein and 416 calories per serving — a light, carb-controlled option for cut phases. Batch-preps 4 servings quickly on the stovetop without added grains or noodles, keeping total calories low while maintaining high protein density. Perfect for hitting protein targets on days when you're managing calorie deficit.
Ingredients
- •Vegetable oil(60g)
- •Yellow Onion
- •Bell Pepper
- •Carrots(240g)
- •Ginger, Fresh Root(30g)
- •Garlic
- •Mushrooms, Shiitake(240g)
- •Bean Sprouts(240g)
- •Ground Chicken(454g)
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
- •Basil, Fresh(360g)
- •Coconut Milk, Full-Fat, Canned
- •Soy Sauce, Low Sodium(60g)
- •Vinegar, Rice(90g)
- •Fish sauce(45g)
- •Chili Paste, Sambal Oelek(15g)
- •Basil, Fresh(240g)
- •Lettuce, Romaine
- •Peanuts
Instructions
- 1Combine the coconut milk, soy sauce, rice vinegar, fish sauce, sambal oelek, and fresh basil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 10–12 minutes until reduced by half, stirring occasionally.
- 2While the sauce simmers, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, carrots, ginger, and garlic. Cook 5–7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables begin to soften and the edges turn golden.
- 3Add the mushrooms and bean sprouts to the skillet and cook for 3 minutes over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until the mushrooms release their moisture and the sprouts are slightly softened. Transfer the vegetables to a clean plate.
- 4Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil to the skillet and increase heat to medium-high. Add the ground chicken and cook 4–6 minutes, breaking it apart with a spoon, until no longer pink and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F).
- 5Return the cooked vegetables to the skillet with the chicken. Pour the reduced coconut sauce over the mixture and toss until fully combined, cooking for 1 minute over medium heat.
- 6Divide the chicken mixture evenly into 4 airtight containers while hot. Cool to room temperature before sealing.
- 7To serve, spoon the chicken mixture into individual romaine lettuce leaves, top with crushed peanuts and fresh basil, and eat as handheld wraps.
Nutrition — Per Serving
416
calories
30g
protein
26g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 20g
- Saturated fat
- 5.0g
- Sodium
- 1586 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 6.9g
4 servings per batch · ~519g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Thai Basil Chicken Lettuce Wraps have per serving?
Each serving contains 30g of protein at 416 calories with 26g fat and 20g carbs. This moderate-carb option delivers respectable protein in a low-calorie format suitable for multiple daily servings.
How long does Thai Basil Chicken Lettuce Wraps take to prep?
Thai Basil Chicken Lettuce Wraps is quick prep and batch-makes 4 servings on the stovetop in one session. The lettuce wrap format minimizes prep work once the filling is cooked.
Is Thai Basil Chicken Lettuce Wraps good for fat loss?
At 416 calories and 20g carbs per serving, Thai Basil Chicken Lettuce Wraps is a strong fat loss option that delivers 30g protein in a filling, low-calorie meal you can eat multiple times per day during a cut. The lettuce base keeps calories minimal while the chicken satisfies protein requirements.
