Quick, flavorful weeknight dinner that comes together in just 10 minutes. Ground chicken is tossed in a spicy-sweet gochujang sauce, then spooned into crisp lettuce leaves and topped with shredded carrots, scallions, and sesame seeds. Low-carb, fresh, and endlessly customizable, these wraps bring authentic Korean flair to your table without the takeout.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- 10-Minute Dinner: From pan to plate faster than ordering delivery.
- Bold Flavor Punch: Gochujang’s tangy heat balanced by sweet soy and sesame.
- Low-Carb & Fresh: Lettuce cups replace tortillas or rice, keeping it light.
- Customizable Toppings: Add kimchi, shredded carrots, or crunchy peanuts for extra texture.
Equipment Needed
- Large nonstick skillet or wok
- Measuring spoons
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Knife & cutting board
- Serving platter or individual plates
Timings & Servings
- Prep time: 5 minutes
- Cook time: 5 minutes
- Total time: 10 minutes
- Yields: 12 wraps (serves 3–4)
Nutritional Information (per 3 wraps)
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Fat: 8 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
Ingredients
Chicken Filling
- 1 lb (450 g) ground chicken (or thinly sliced chicken breast)
- 1 tbsp neutral oil (canola or vegetable)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
Gochujang Sauce
- 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Assembly
- 12 large butter or romaine lettuce leaves (washed & patted dry)
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (toasted)
- Optional: kimchi, sliced cucumbers, crushed peanuts
Instructions
- Heat the Pan (30 sec):
- Warm oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Cook Chicken & Aromatics (2 min):
- Add garlic and ginger; sauté 30 sec until fragrant.
- Add ground chicken; break up with a spoon. Cook 2–3 min until no longer pink.
- Add Gochujang Sauce (1 min):
- Stir in gochujang, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.
- Cook 1–2 min, tossing to coat chicken and thicken sauce. Remove from heat.
- Assemble Wraps (1–2 min):
- Arrange lettuce leaves on a platter.
- Spoon ~2 tbsp chicken mixture into each leaf.
- Top with shredded carrots, scallions, and sesame seeds. Add optional kimchi or peanuts.
- Serve Immediately:
- Let everyone assemble their own wraps or enjoy pre-assembled.
Pro Tips
- Lettuce Choice: Butter lettuce or iceberg holds saucy filling best without tearing.
- Spice Level: Adjust gochujang up or down; add a dash of Sriracha for extra heat.
- Make-Ahead: Cook chicken filling up to 1 day ahead; reheat gently before serving.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I use ground turkey or pork?
Yes, ground turkey or pork work splendidly; adjust cook time if using pork. - How do I keep leaves from wilting?
Pat leaves thoroughly dry and serve immediately once filling is hot. - Is this gluten-free?
Use gluten-free soy sauce (tamari) and check gochujang label for gluten content.
Korean Gochujang Chicken Lettuce Wraps: 10-Minute K-Food at Home
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Quick, flavorful weeknight dinner that comes together in just 10 minutes. Ground chicken is tossed in a spicy-sweet gochujang sauce, then spooned into crisp lettuce leaves and topped with shredded carrots, scallions, and sesame seeds. Low-carb, fresh, and endlessly customizable, these wraps bring authentic Korean flair to your table without the takeout.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Instructions
Heat the Pan (30 sec):
- Warm oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Cook Chicken & Aromatics (2 min):
- Add garlic and ginger; sauté 30 sec until fragrant.
- Add ground chicken; break up with a spoon. Cook 2–3 min until no longer pink.
Add Gochujang Sauce (1 min):
- Stir in gochujang, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.
- Cook 1–2 min, tossing to coat chicken and thicken sauce. Remove from heat.
Assemble Wraps (1–2 min):
- Arrange lettuce leaves on a platter.
- Spoon ~2 tbsp chicken mixture into each leaf.
- Top with shredded carrots, scallions, and sesame seeds. Add optional kimchi or peanuts.
Serve Immediately:
- Let everyone assemble their own wraps or enjoy pre-assembled.
Nutrition
Notes
Pro Tips
- Lettuce Choice: Butter lettuce or iceberg holds saucy filling best without tearing.
- Spice Level: Adjust gochujang up or down; add a dash of Sriracha for extra heat.
- Make-Ahead: Cook chicken filling up to 1 day ahead; reheat gently before serving.
- Can I use ground turkey or pork?
Yes—ground turkey or pork work splendidly; adjust cook time if using pork. - How do I keep leaves from wilting? Pat leaves thoroughly dry and serve immediately once filling is hot.
- Is this gluten-free?
Use gluten-free soy sauce (tamari) and check gochujang label for gluten content.
