Meal Prep Thai Chicken Lettuce Cups (Whole30 Paleo)
Meal Prep Thai Chicken Lettuce Cups (Whole30 Paleo) - Asian inspired ground chicken lettuce cups make the best meal prep lunch! Tons of protein, flavor, and crunch in this nutritious meal. Whole30/Paleo approved!
Servings: 4
Calories: 288kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 8 ounces mushrooms, chopped fine
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 3 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 2 tablespoons almond butter
- 1 teaspoon fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon sriracha or hot sauce optional
- 1 cup carrots and red bell peppers, cut into matchsticks
- 8-12 Bibb lettuce leaves
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat avocado and sesame oils over medium high heat. Add mushrooms and cook for 2-3 minutes, until beginning to soften.
- Add ground chicken and continue to cook for 2-3 minutes, breaking up into small crumbles.
- Stir in green onion, garlic, and ginger and cook until chicken is cooked through.
- In a small bowl, whisk together coconut aminos, almond butter, and fish sauce until smooth. Add to the skillet and stir well. Cook for 1-2 minutes, then remove from heat.
To assemble Meal Prep Bowls
- Place 3/4 cup (more or less to taste), 2-3 lettuce leaves, and 1/4 cup carrots and red peppers into 3 compartment containers. Refrigerate until ready to eat! ASsemble lettuce cups and top with additional sriarcha or hot sauce if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 288kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 97mg | Sodium: 231mg | Potassium: 1040mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 6430IU | Vitamin C: 6.7mg | Calcium: 67mg | Iron: 2.1mg