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Lettuce wraps filled with ground meat, red bell peppers, carrots, cilantro, and nuts with a bowl of creamy herb yogurt dip on the side

Chicken Lettuce Wraps (Light, Heart-Healthy, Low-Carb Option)

A fresh, lighter meal made with shredded chicken and crisp lettuce—perfect for when you want something simple without a heavy base.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 165
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cup Garlic Herb Shredded Chicken
  • 10 large lettuce leaves romaine or butter lettuce
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1/2 cup cucumbers diced
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Optional: chopped green onions

Method
 

  1. Wash and dry lettuce leaves, keeping them whole for wrapping.
  2. In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic powder, and pepper to create a simple sauce.
  3. Warm shredded chicken if desired (or use cold for a fresh option).
  4. Fill each lettuce leaf with chicken, cabbage, and cucumbers.
  5. Drizzle with yogurt sauce.
  6. Garnish with green onions if using.

Notes

⚡ Quick Assembly
* Start with pre-cooked Garlic Herb Shredded Chicken
* Layer into lettuce leaves
* Add fresh vegetables
* Finish with a light sauce
Dinner is ready in minutes.
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🧊 Storage & Meal Prep
Refrigerator: Store chicken and toppings separately for up to 4 days
Freezer: Chicken can be frozen; fresh ingredients should be added later
Reheat: Warm chicken if preferred, or serve cold