Servings: 4

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cooking Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

For the Chicken Filling:

  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil (or olive oil)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust for spice preference)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Lettuce Cups:

  • 1 head butter lettuce or romaine, leaves separated and washed
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
  • 1/4 cup chopped peanuts (optional for garnish)

For the Sauce:

  • 3 tablespoons almond butter (or peanut butter)
  • 2 tablespoons coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha (optional, for spice)

Instructions:

  1. Cook the Chicken:
    In a large skillet, heat the coconut oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, chopped onion, and grated ginger. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Add the ground chicken and cook until no longer pink, breaking it up with a wooden spoon.
  2. Season the Chicken:
    Add the soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to the cooked chicken. Stir well and let it cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to absorb the flavors. Remove from heat.
  3. Make the Sauce:
    In a small bowl, whisk together the almond butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, sesame oil, lime juice, and sriracha until smooth. Adjust the consistency with water if needed.
  4. Assemble the Lettuce Cups:
    Arrange the lettuce leaves on a platter. Spoon the seasoned chicken mixture into each lettuce cup. Top with shredded carrots, thinly sliced red bell pepper, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and mint. Drizzle each cup with the prepared sauce and garnish with chopped peanuts if using.
  5. Serve:
    Serve the lettuce cups immediately, with extra sauce on the side for dipping.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

  • Calories: 310
  • Protein: 24g
  • Fat: 20g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Net Carbs: 5g

These Keto Thai Chicken Lettuce Cups are a refreshing and flavorful dish, combining savory and slightly spicy ground chicken with crunchy vegetables and a creamy Thai-inspired sauce. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner, these cups keep things low-carb while delivering vibrant, fresh flavors.