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Teriyaki Chicken Lettuce Cups

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 cups
Calories 250
Enjoy these flavorful and healthy lettuce cups filled with tender teriyaki chicken and fresh vegetables.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Cooking Oil

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for cooking)

Sauces & Seasonings

  • 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce (key flavoring)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon ginger (minced)
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Vegetables & Garnishes

  • 1 head butter lettuce (or iceberg lettuce)
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup diced cucumber
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onions
  • to taste sesame seeds (for garnish)

Instructions 

  • Cook chicken with garlic and ginger until cooked through.
  • Add teriyaki and soy sauces; simmer briefly.
  • Shred cooked chicken and prepare vegetables.
  • Spoon chicken mixture into lettuce cups and top with vegetables and sesame seeds.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate chicken in teriyaki sauce for 30 minutes before cooking.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Japanese
Keyword: Chicken