Whole30 Lettuce Wraps – This copycat version of PF Chang’s Lettuce Wraps is not only delicious and easy, but this recipe is Whole30 and Paleo friendly!

Whole30 Lettuce Wraps

I absolutely love the lettuce wraps at PF Chang’s. So much in fact that I already have a recipe for them on the blog.

Well, if I already have a recipe for a copycat version of PF Changs lettuce wraps here on the Mrs, then why on earth am I sharing another one?

Well, you see – I’m currently doing a Whole30 reset (for health reasons, not for weight loss – although I have done it for weight loss a year ago, you can check that post out here), some of the ingredients just aren’t compliant.

The oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, and chili sauce all have some no-no ingredients such as sugar and gluten, so it’s currently out for me.

Since I couldn’t have it, and I really wanted some – I went on a quest to create a version that I could eat and that I enjoyed just as much as my regular recipe.

Regardless of Whole30, if I’m going to eat – I’m going to enjoy it. It’s an experience that should be enjoyed, and I do love to eat!

No reason that food that’s good for you (and doesn’t have sugar!) can’t be just as enjoyable as those foods that aren’t so good for you.

I used a few recipes online for some inspiration, none were quite the right recipe.

So, I made plenty of notes and went to work in my kitchen creating my own version of Whole30 PF Changs Lettuce Wraps that I just love so much. I hope that you all like it too.

Why You’ll Love These Whole30 Lettuce Wraps

I think that you’ll agree, this Whole30|Paleo friendly recipe is just as delicious as my regular recipe for lettuce wraps. It’s super quick and easy to throw together too.

If you’ve never used coconut aminos before, don’t be scared of them – I promise you that they do not taste like coconuts at all!

In fact, coconut aminos tastes just like a light soy sauce. You may need to use a little more of it than you would of soy sauce, but you will notice a huge similarity in the two.

More Reasons You’ll Love These Whole30 Lettuce Wraps

Low Carb and Whole30 Compliant: If you’re following a Whole30 or a low carb diet, these lettuce wraps are perfect for you!
Simple and Quick to Prepare: My Whole30 Lettuce Wraps, inspired by the popular PF Chang’s recipe, are incredibly easy to make. You can have this tasty dish ready in no time, making it perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.
Healthy and Nutritious: This recipe swaps out traditional ingredients for healthier alternatives, like ground chicken, coconut aminos, and crisp butter lettuce.
Customizable: Feel free to add your favorite veggies or substituting ingredients based on what’s available at your local grocery store. Add bell peppers, red onion, or even sweet potato.

Ingredients for Whole30 Lettuce Wraps

Olive Oil: Used to sauté the onion and mushrooms.
Yellow Onion: Adds a subtle sweetness to the dish. Dice it small for the best texture.
Mushrooms: Baby Bella mushrooms are preferred for their meaty texture. They add an earthy flavor to the wraps.
Garlic: Minced garlic infuses the dish with a bold aroma and flavor.
Ground Chicken: Ground chicken makes the dish light and suitable for a low carb diet.
Salt & Pepper: Basic seasonings to enhance the flavors of the entire dish.
Coconut Aminos: A soy sauce alternative that’s Whole30 compliant. It adds a salty, umami flavor without the soy.
Sesame Oil: Gives a nutty flavor to the dish. It’s used in both the chicken mixture and the sauce.
Rice Vinegar: Adds a slight tanginess to balance the flavors. It’s an essential component of the sauce.
Fresh Ginger: Grated for freshness, it provides a zesty kick that complements the other Asian-inspired flavors.
Whole30 Compliant Hot Sauce: Frank’s is recommended for adding heat without added sugars or non-compliant ingredients.
Water Chestnuts: Drained and added for extra crunch. They provide a unique texture in the wraps.
Green Onions: Used both within the wraps and as a garnish. They add color and a mild onion flavor.
Butter Lettuce: The leaves serve as the wrap, holding all the delicious filling. They’re soft yet durable enough to not tear easily.
For the Sauce: The sauce ingredients mirror those used in the chicken mixture, with the addition of garlic powder for extra flavor.

How to Make Whole30 Lettuce Wraps

Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all fresh ingredients including ground chicken, baby Bella mushrooms, yellow onion, garlic, water chestnuts, green onions, and Bibb or butter lettuce. Ensure you have Whole30 compliant hot sauce, coconut aminos, sesame oil, and other sauce components ready.
Cook the Vegetables: Start by heating olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced yellow onion, sautéing for about 3 minutes. Then, include the diced mushrooms and cook for another 3 minutes. Stir in minced garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Brown the Chicken: Introduce ground chicken to the skillet. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook over medium heat until the chicken is thoroughly browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
Mix the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together coconut aminos, sesame oil, freshly grated ginger, Whole30 compliant hot sauce, and a pinch of salt and pepper to create a delicious sauce.
Combine and Cook: Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken mixture. Add diced water chestnuts and green onions for extra crunch and fresh flavors. Stir well and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes. Adjust the seasoning as needed.
Prepare the Lettuce: While everything is cooking, carefullyremove the leaves from the head of Bibb or butter lettuce. Choose the best lettuce leaves that can hold the filling well.
Assemble the Wraps: Spoon the warm chicken mixture into the center of a lettuce leaf. Fold gently to wrap the chicken inside.
Make the Dipping Sauce: In a separate small bowl, mix together all dipping sauce ingredients, adjusting the hot sauce to taste.
Serve: Place the lettuce wraps on a plate with the dipping sauce on the side. Garnish with additional green onions for some added color and flavor.

Ways to Use Leftovers

The leftover ground chicken is delicious reheated, which is always a plus when you’re doing a Whole30 reset. It’s nice to be able to eat twice (or more!) from the same meal and saves so much time later on.

Top Zoodles: The leftovers are super delicious on top of zucchini noodles. I totally found this out by accident while scavenging the fridge, looking for a meal to put together. I had some zoodles in there too so I combined the two and was pretty impressed by the results.
Asian-Inspired Chicken Salad: Heat your leftover chicken mixture and mix it with fresh, crisp lettuce like romaine or iceberg. Use the extra sauce from the lettuce wraps as a dressing, or whisk together a bit of lime juice, sesame oil, and a dash of fish sauce for a quick dressing. Top with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and a squeeze of lime.
Stuffed Bell Peppers: Cut the tops off bell peppers, remove the seeds, and spoon the leftover chicken mixture into each bell pepper. Add a bit of cooked white rice or cauliflower rice to the mix for extra volume. Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish and cover with foil. Bake at 375 degrees until the peppers are tender.

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Whole30 Copycat PF Chang's Lettuce Wraps

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small yellow onion diced
1 cup mushroom diced (I like baby Bella)
5 cloves garlic minced
1 pound ground chicken
salt & pepper to taste
1/4 cup coconut aminos
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1 teaspoon rice vinegar
2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger
1 tablespoon Whole3o compliant hot sauce like Frank's
8 ounce can water chestnuts drained
4 green onions diced - plus more for garnishing
1 head Bibb or Butter lettuce leaves gently removed from the stem

Sauce:

1/4 cup coconut aminos
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1 teaspoon rice vinegar
compliant hot sauce to taste
1 tablespoon garlic powder
salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

In a large skillet set over medium heat, heat olive oil. Sauce the onion and cook for about 3 minutes then add the mushrooms and cook an additional 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook just until fragrant, about 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
Add ground the ground chicken and cook until browned, making sure to break up any large chunks.
In a small bowl, combine the coconut aminos, sesame oil, rice wine vinegar, ginger, and hot sauce. Whisk until smooth then pour over meat mixture. Stir until combined. Add the chestnuts and green onions. Cook for 3-4 minutes then remove from the heat. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Make sauce: whisk together all sauce ingredients in a small bowl.
Spoon a few tablespoons of the meat mixture into the center of a lettuce leaf and serve with the sauce. Garnish with green onions, if desired.

Whole30 Lettuce Wraps (A Copycat PF Chang’s Recipe)