Description
Grilled chicken lettuce wraps substitute flour tortillas with crisp greens for a high-flavor, low-carb meal. Topped with zesty ginger-lime sauce, these wraps deliver bold taste without the carb count, perfect for keto, Whole30, or healthy dinners. Enjoy the smoky charred chicken paired with fresh romaine or cabbage for a satisfying, no-wrapping-required summer dish.
Ingredients
2 (6 oz each) Chicken Breasts
4 large Romaine Lettuce leaves
1/4 cup Ginger-Lime Sauce
2 tbsp Olive Oil
3 cloves Garlic
1 tsp Soy Sauce
1 tsp Brown Sugar
1 tsp Crushed Coffee Beans (optional)
Optional slaw mixture (shredded cabbage, carrots, etc.) for filling
Instructions
Whisk together 3 cloves garlic (or 1 tsp minced), 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp soy sauce, and 1 tsp brown sugar to create the marinade.
Cut chicken breasts into 1/2-inch strips and add to a bowl.
Massage the marinade into the chicken until fully coated; refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
Remove chicken from the refrigerator and pat dry with paper towels for better grill contact.
Heat the grill to 400°F (200°C). Brush grates with oil using a paper towel to prevent sticking.
Arrange the chicken in a single layer on the grill. Discard leftover marinade.
Grill for 4–5 minutes per side until juices run clear and the chicken is fully cooked through (internal temperature 165°F/75°C).
Brush romaine lettuce leaves with the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil.
Cut the grilled chicken into bite-sized pieces and arrange on the prepared lettuce leaves with shreds of cabbage or a slaw garnish.
Serve with the ginger-lime sauce on the side for a customizable low-carb meal.
Notes
Marinate for 20+ minutes for enhanced flavor.
Double the sauce recipe for a heartier serving.
If using cabbage as an option, cut 1 small head into fine shreds for toothsome texture.
Optional meat substitute for Whole30-compliant variations: Use sugar-free soy sauce and omit double the oil for charred flavor balance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg