Lean Ground Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Brown Rice

Name: Lean Ground Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Brown Rice
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 5 oz lean ground chicken (use fresh or thawed); 4 large butter lettuce leaves (washed and patted dry); 1/2 cup cooked brown rice (preferably freshly cooked or warmed); 1 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium) (for seasoning); 2 tbsp chopped green onions (freshly chopped); 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking); 1 clove minced garlic (finely minced)

440 kcal · 45 g protein · 10 minutes · 1 servings

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These Lean Ground Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Brown Rice offer a delicious, healthy meal combining tender seasoned chicken, nutty brown rice, and crisp butter lettuce leaves. Perfect for a light yet satisfying lunch or dinner, this dish balances protein, fats, and carbs beautifully.

440 kcal 45 g protein 10 minutes

Ingredients

lean ground chicken 5 oz
butter lettuce leaves 4 large
cooked brown rice 1/2 cup
soy sauce (low sodium) 1 tbsp
chopped green onions 2 tbsp
olive oil 1 tbsp
minced garlic 1 clove

Method

Prepare Ingredients. Wash the butter lettuce leaves gently under cold water and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. Chop the green onions finely and mince the garlic clove if not already done.
Tip: Dry lettuce leaves well to prevent sogginess in the wraps.
Cook the Ground Chicken. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it. Add the lean ground chicken to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook for about 6-8 minutes until fully cooked and no longer pink, stirring occasionally.
Tip: Use a spatula to break the chicken into small pieces for even cooking.
Season the Chicken. Once the chicken is cooked through, add 1 tablespoon of low sodium soy sauce and the chopped green onions. Stir well to combine and cook for another 1-2 minutes so the flavors meld together.
Tip: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, but keep soy sauce low to maintain sodium control.
Warm the Brown Rice. If your cooked brown rice is cold, warm it gently in the microwave or on the stovetop until heated through. This will make the wraps more enjoyable to eat.
Tip: Add a splash of water when reheating rice to keep it moist.
Assemble the Lettuce Wraps. Lay out the butter lettuce leaves on a plate. Spoon an even amount of the cooked brown rice onto each leaf, then top with the seasoned ground chicken mixture. Fold or roll the lettuce leaves around the filling to form wraps.
Tip: Use the largest leaves for easier wrapping and less spillage.

Pro tips

For extra crunch, add finely chopped water chestnuts or shredded carrots to the chicken mixture.
If you prefer a little heat, add a dash of chili flakes or sriracha sauce when seasoning the chicken.