Look forward to lunch with these flavorful Asian chicken lettuce wraps. They’re sweet, savory and filled with satisfying chunks of cooked chicken, mango and edamame. Packing tip: Keep the lettuce leaves separate from the chicken mixture, so it’s easier to reheat.
Active time: 10 minutes | Total time: 10 minutes
Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Ingredients
- 6 oz. precooked or leftover chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup shredded red cabbage
- 3 medium green onion, sliced
- 1/2 cup finely diced mango
- 1/2 cup shelled edamame
- 6 large iceberg, Boston or Bibb lettuce leaves
- 1 tbsp Asian BBQ sauce
- 1 tsp hoisin sauce
- 2 tsp reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp minced or grated ginger
Directions
In a small bowl, whisk together the BBQ sauce, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and ginger until combined. Set aside.
Heat the chicken in a skillet over medium heat or microwave until warmed through, then chop into bite-size pieces. In a large bowl, combine the chicken, cabbage, green onion, mango, and edamame. Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and toss until well combined.
Lay out the lettuce leaves on plates, divide the chicken mixture evenly among the lettuce cups, and serve.
Serves: 2 | Serving Size: 2 large lettuce wraps
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 282; Total Fat: 8g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 83mg; Sodium: 836mg; Carbohydrate: 21g; Dietary Fiber: 5g; Sugar: 14g; Protein: 32g
Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 769mg; Iron: 12%; Vitamin A: 10%; Vitamin C: 59%; Calcium: 8%
Originally published August 25, 2016; Updated April 2026
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