Chinese BBQ Chicken Lettuce Wraps are a fresh, healthy, and flavorful dish that brings together the savory goodness of BBQ chicken with the light, crisp crunch of lettuce. These wraps are the perfect balance of tender, sweet, and savory flavors, offering a satisfying bite without the heaviness of traditional wraps.
The base of this dish is the chicken, which is marinated in a flavorful Chinese BBQ sauce. The sweet and smoky sauce infuses the chicken with rich, bold flavors, making every bite a delightful experience. The chicken is then cooked until tender, shredded, and ready to be wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves.
The lettuce adds a refreshing contrast to the tender chicken. With its light, crisp texture, it serves as the perfect vessel for the BBQ chicken, creating a crunchy contrast that makes these wraps fun to eat. The coolness of the lettuce also balances out the richness of the chicken, giving each bite a refreshing, light quality.
What really sets these wraps apart is their versatility. You can add a variety of toppings to personalize the dish. Sliced cucumbers, shredded carrots, and fresh cilantro provide added crunch and flavor. A drizzle of hoisin sauce or a sprinkle of sesame seeds can elevate the dish even further, adding layers of richness and a bit of savory sweetness.
Chinese BBQ Chicken Lettuce Wraps are perfect for a light dinner, lunch, or even as an appetizer when entertaining. They are easy to prepare, fun to assemble, and offer a great balance of flavors that will appeal to everyone at the table.
Whether you’re craving something fresh and light or looking to switch up your usual wrap game, these lettuce wraps offer a delicious alternative that’s both satisfying and healthy.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp ginger grated
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 8 lettuce leaves large
- 1/4 cup Green onions chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
- 1/4 cup peanuts chopped
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together hoisin sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken and stir to coat. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- To assemble the lettuce wraps, place a scoop of the chicken mixture onto each lettuce leaf. Top with chopped green onions, cilantro, chopped peanuts, and a squeeze of lime.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
So good!! I added some chopped bell peppers for extra crunch. Yummy!
Why is it called BBQ? It doesn’t seem barbecued. 😕
Love how simple this is. I used turkey instead and it was still yummy!
I didn’t have hoisin, so I used barbecue sauce instead! It still turned out okay.
Wasn’t a fan of the peanuts. They were too crunchy. Would omit next time.
Quick and delicious! Perfect for a summer lunch!
I tried this last night and wow, it was so good! Perfect for summer, totally agree! 👍
Yum! I added some tears to the mix. They were good tho. LOL.
Lettuce + chicken = hilarity at the dinner table. Easy and fun to eat! 😊
Absolutely love this recipe! It’s quick and light. Perfect for summer!
I think this dish is going to help me lose weight! Healthier than pizza, for sure!
Disappointed. The sauce just didn’t do it for me. Was hoping for better 😢.
I’m skeptical about “BBQ” since it’s really more hoisin/soy. Not bad, just not what I expected. The lettuce wraps were kinda messy but the sauce is good.
Pretty good but I think 3 tbsp hoisin is a lot—mine came out a bit too sweet. Next time I’ll cut the honey down or add more soy. Still tasty though.
Totally agree—hoisin + honey together can push it into “too sweet” territory fast. I’ve had better luck using ~2 tbsp hoisin and either cutting the honey to 1/2 tbsp or adding an extra splash of soy at the end.
Eh, it’s ok. I prefer my chicken fried with rice, not this.
Is there any way to make this with turkey instead of chicken? You think it’ll still taste good?
I used regular vinegar instead of rice vinegar (oops). It was still edible, just tasted a bit harsher. Lettuce leaves were a nice idea, but I think the recipe needs the rice vinegar specifically.
Good flavor, but mine got a little too sticky. Next time I’ll reduce the honey or cook the sauce a minute less. Still delicious though, especially with the peanuts.
This looks like a lot of work. I don’t have time to cook like this…
These were amazing! My family loved them and they were super easy to make. Definitely a keeper!
But are they really that easy? I tried making them and it was a disaster! Maybe I did something wrong?
I’m so glad you enjoyed it! These wraps are a hit at my house too. Perfect for quick dinners!
I can’t believe how easy this was! My kids even liked it. Will make again!
I can’t believe people put peanuts in this! Who does that? Just wrong.
Forget the lettuce, just give me the chicken! 😋
This recipe is weird… mine looked nothing like the picture. 😣
So I made these wraps but forgot the lime. Still tasted fantastic. Thanks for the recipe!
So easy and tastes restaurant-y. My family asked for seconds. Also the peanuts on top are everything—crunch factor!
Delish! But isn’t this like tacos but in lettuce? Where’s the beef?
Chicken wraps are always good. Will it impress friends? Probably not.
Yum! I added more ginger and some hot sauce. Spicy and sweet! 😍
Sounds delicious! I love adding extra spices too. Can’t wait to try your version! 😋
I tried making this but the chicken came out too dry. Maybe I left it on the heat too long?
These wraps are amazing! Made them for dinner and my family loved them. 5 stars!