If you love chicken lettuce wraps (especially the PF Chang’s kind), you’re going to love this easy Instant Pot Chicken Lettuce Wraps recipe. It’s packed with bold, savory flavors, a satisfying crunch from water chestnuts, and a sauce so good you’ll want to drink it. Plus, the Instant Pot does all the heavy lifting—because, let’s be real, no one wants to babysit a skillet on a busy night.
These wraps are healthy, fast, and packed with flavor. Whether you’re going for a high-protein meal, a low-carb option, or just want to meal-prep something delicious, this one’s for you!
Jump to:
- Why This Recipe Is Fantastic
- Ingredients You’ll Need
- How to Make Instant Pot Chicken Lettuce Wraps
- Stovetop Method (Alternative Cooking Option)
- Variations
- Recipe Substitutions
- Expert Tips for Perfect Chicken Lettuce Wraps
- Serving Suggestions
- Pairings and Related Recipes
- FAQ
- Storage and Reheating
- Nutritional Information
- Kitchen Essentials and Items Used:
- Instant Pot Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Why This Recipe Is Fantastic
- Quick & Easy: Done in under 30 minutes thanks to the Instant Pot.
- Healthy & Low-Carb: Skip the takeout—these are fresher, lighter, and just as satisfying.
- Flavor-Packed: A perfect balance of savory, slightly sweet, and a little spicy.
- Versatile: Keep it classic, keto-friendly, or add extra heat.
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Chicken Filling
- 1 lb. ground chicken
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 scallions, chopped (reserve chives for garnish)
- 2 tbsp. chopped cilantro
- 1 can (8 oz.) water chestnuts, drained and chopped
- 1 tbsp. sesame oil (added at the end for flavor)
- 1 tbsp. olive oil or avocado oil (for stovetop method)
Chicken Lettuce Wraps Sauce
- 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp. low-salt soy sauce
- 1 tbsp. rice wine vinegar
- 1/4 tsp. red chili flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp. minced ginger
Dipping Sauce (Optional)
- 2 tbsp. hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp. light soy sauce
- 1 splash rice vinegar
Keto-Friendly Hoisin Sauce (Alternative)
- 4 tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos
- 2 tbsp. natural peanut butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp. Sriracha or hot sauce
- 2 tsp. rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp. monk fruit sweetener
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For Serving
- 1 head butter lettuce or romaine lettuce, separated into leaves
How to Make Instant Pot Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Step 1: Sauté the Chicken
- Press Sauté on the Instant Pot and wait until it says HOT.
- Add ground chicken and chopped onion. Sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chicken is no longer pink.
Step 2: Add the Sauce
- In a bowl, mix together all sauce ingredients until well combined.
- Pour the sauce into the Instant Pot and stir to coat the chicken mixture.
- Press Cancel on the Instant Pot.
Step 3: Pressure Cook
- Secure the lid and set the valve to SEAL position.
- Press Pressure Cook and set to 2 minutes on high pressure.
- When the timer ends, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then do a quick release.
Step 4: Simmer and Serve
- Remove the lid and press Sauté again on NORMAL mode.
- Add chopped water chestnuts and let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes to reduce the sauce.
- Stir in chopped scallions and press Cancel.
- Before serving, drizzle in sesame oil and garnish with reserved chives and cilantro.
Stovetop Method (Alternative Cooking Option)
If you don’t have an Instant Pot, you can still make these delicious wraps on the stovetop.
- Heat 1 tbsp. olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté ground chicken and onion until fully cooked.
- Stir in the sauce mixture and let it simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
- Add water chestnuts and finish with scallions, sesame oil, and garnish.
Variations
Keto-Friendly Chicken Lettuce Wraps
- Use coconut aminos instead of soy sauce and monk fruit sweetener instead of hoisin.
- Wrap in crisp romaine lettuce for fewer carbs.
Protein Swaps (Turkey, Beef, Tofu)
- Swap ground chicken for turkey, lean beef, or crumbled tofu for different flavors.
Spice It Up (Adding More Heat)
- Add extra chili flakes, sriracha, or diced jalapeños to turn up the heat.
Recipe Substitutions
- Low-Sodium Option: Use coconut aminos instead of soy sauce & skip the hoisin sauce.
- Keto Alternative: Replace hoisin sauce with a mix of coconut aminos, peanut butter, garlic, monk fruit sweetener, and rice vinegar.
- Vegetarian Twist: Swap ground chicken for finely chopped mushrooms or crumbled tofu.
Expert Tips for Perfect Chicken Lettuce Wraps
- If your sauce is too thin, thicken it by mixing 1 tsp cornstarch with 1 tbsp water and stirring it in after pressure cooking.
- Use butter lettuce for the best texture—it’s soft and holds the filling well.
- For extra crunch, add chopped peanuts or cashews right before serving.
- Make it ahead: The filling tastes even better the next day!
Serving Suggestions
- Serve with steamed jasmine rice for a heartier meal.
- Pair with Spicy Garlic Cucumber Salad for a refreshing contrast.
Pairings and Related Recipes
Try these other delicious recipes:
- Asian Cucumber Salad – A crisp, refreshing side with an Asian-inspired dressing.
- Instant Pot Rice Pilaf – The perfect side dish to pair with these wraps!
FAQ
Yes! You can cook the filling ahead and store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Just reheat and assemble when ready to eat.
Butter lettuce is the best choice because it’s soft yet sturdy, but romaine and iceberg also work well.
Yes, you can freeze the cooked filling in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat before serving.
Add extra sriracha, diced jalapeños, or red chili flakes to the sauce for more heat.
Try using cabbage leaves, collard greens, or even low-carb tortillas as an alternative wrap.
Sauté ground chicken and onions, mix in sauce, pressure cook for 2 minutes, do a 10-minute natural release, then stir in water chestnuts and scallions. Serve in lettuce cups.
Yes! Ground turkey, lean beef, or crumbled tofu are great alternatives that work well with the sauce and cooking method.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, microwave for 30-45 seconds or warm on the stovetop over medium-low heat until heated through.
Storage and Reheating
- Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: Use the microwave (30-45 sec) or stovetop (medium-low heat).
These Instant Pot Chicken Lettuce Wraps are quick, flavorful, and better than takeout! Whether you’re meal prepping or making an easy weeknight dinner, this recipe is a go-to favorite. Try them today and let me know what you think!
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Nutritional Information
- Calories: Approx. 320 per serving
- Protein: 25g
- Carbs: 12g
- Fat: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
Kitchen Essentials and Items Used:
Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker
Accessories for Instant Pot, Accessories Compatible with 5/6/8Qt Instant Pot
Lee Kum Kee Hoisin Sauce, 36 Ounce
Reese, Chestnuts Sliced Water, 5 Ounce
Monkfruit Zero Calorie Sweetner
Instant Pot Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp. Olive Oil or Avocado Oil (for Stovetop Method)
- 1 Pound Ground Chicken
- 1 Onion Chopped
- 2 Scallions Chopped Chives Reserved
- 2 Tbsp. Chopped Cilantro
- 1 Can 8 oz. Water Chestnuts Drained and Chopped
- 1 Head of Butter Lettuce or Romaine Lettuce
Chicken Lettuce Wraps Sauce
- 1/4 Cup Hoisin Sauce
- 2 Tbsp. Low Salt Soy Sauce
- 1 Tbsp. Rice Wine Vinegar
- 1/4 tsp. Red Chili Flakes Optional
- 1/2 Cup Chicken Broth
- 2 Cloves Minced Garlic
- 1 tsp. Minced Ginger
- 1 Tbsp. Sesame Oil
Chicken Lettuce Wraps Dipping Sauce
- 2 Tbsp. Hoisin Sauce
- 1 Tbsp. Light Soy Sauce
- 1 Splash Rice Vinegar
Keto Friendly Hoisin Sauce
- 4 Tbsp. Low Sodium Soy Sauce or Coconut Aminos
- 2 Tbsp. Natural Penut Butter
- 2 Cloves Garlic Minced
- 2 tsp. Srachia Sauce or Hot Sauce
- 2 tsp. Rice Vinegar
- 1 tbsp Monkfruit Sweetner
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Push Saute button on Instant Pot until Normal Mode is Lit. Wait for screen to read “HOT”. Put Ground chicken and chopped onion in pot and saute until chicken is no longer pink. About 5 Minutes.Mix together all sauce ingredients and stir to combine well. Pour contents into Instant Pot and stir to combine. Push Cancel button on Instant Pot.Put Lid on Instant Pot and then turn valve to SEAL Position. Push PRESSURE COOK button on Instant Pot and set timer to 2 MINUTES. When cooking time is complete do a NATURAL PRESSURE RELEASE for 10 MINUTES and then release pressure.Remove lid from Instant Pot and press CANCEL BUTTON. Press Saute button until NORMAL mode is selected. Add chopped water chestnuts and then let mixture simmer and thicken till sauce reduces. After about 5 Minutes stir in chopped scallions. When cook time is complete either press CANCEL Button and then KEEP WARM. Serve Immediately or when ready to eat. Just before serving drizzle in about 1 sp. Sesame Oil and stir. Garnish with reserved Chives and Cilantro.Serves 2Enjoy.
Keto Friendly Homemade Hoisin Sauce
- Mix all ingredients in a bowl and it is ready to use.
Leslie
These are amazing!!!!! Thank you!!!
beashandmade.com
An incredibly easy and delicious recipe for lettuce wraps. Hoisin sauce gives these ground chicken lettuce wraps lots of flavor and the rice and water chestnuts adds texture. Get a whole head of lettuce ready because you re not going to want to stop eating these chicken lettuce wraps!
Cat Kinney
These are absolutely amazing and delicious, I had ground turkey so I used that and it’s absolutely full of flavor!! Thanks Matty!!
Matt
You’re welcome. I am glad that you enjoyed them.
Barbara
Wondering what these would be like using ground turkey??
Matt
Well I would give it a try if you like ground turkey. I’m sure they would be pretty tasty
Barbara Bain
THANKS for responding ……… I’ll let you know how they turn out. I just have some ground turkey in the freezer I’d like to use up 🙂
Matt
Im curious how it turns out with ground turkey. Please let me know.
Matt
Karen
Great! Perfect on a hot summer night. Flavorful, comes together quickly with no mess. I will be making this again!
Matt
Im really happy that you like it. I make then all the time myself.
Matt
Laurel
These were beyond delicious! The easiest for me was to do all the prep first, chopping. sauce, dipping sauce and they went together so easily. Our butter lettuce leaves were little, and our attempts failed, and we laughed at ourselves hysterically before making itty bitty “tacos” and finishing with our forks. A definite keeper.
Matt
I glad you like them. They are really tasty.
Tara
Super yum! Will definitely be making these again! My kids loved them too!
Matt
I am so glad you loved them. Thanks for leaving a comment and the kind words.
Matty.
Sandy
I can’t wait to get what I need to make these. Sounds right up my alley other then watching the salt.
Love Mattys recipes.
Matt
I am glad that you like our recipes 🙂
Lori Ritchie
Can the left over filling be frozen? They look delish but I am on my own!
Matt
Sure…But also it is good for 3 to 4 days in the fridge. I live alone as well and never freeze this as there is never any leftovers :
)
Jaime
This turned out great! I did not follow the recipe to a T, I just guessed on amounts and used what I had in the fridge. Substituted ground chicken for ground turkey, hoisin sauce with about 1/8 Cup oyster sauce, Sriracha instead of red pepper and I threw in some gochujang sauce. So yummy!
Matt
I am super glad you enjoyed it. I love them too they were so good. Thanks for the nice comment.
Matty
Cris Ann Jones
Any suggestions on how to double the recipe? Family loves it so much, I need to make more! Used ground Turkey, and its great!
Matt
Sure. Just double the ingredients and cooking time is the same. It will take a bit longer to pressurize though.
Hope that helps.
Matty.
Lori Lei
loved this dish…super easy to make! I’m one for fast and simple meals that taste great and this one fits the bill. I actually ended up putting some Kim Chee into the wraps so I ended up not using the sauce I made but the sauce was good too. Now I know how to whip up a plum sauce for use with other dishes!
Matt
Glad you liked it. I also like kimchee. Getting creative is half the fun.
Allison
Sounds delicious! I saw you wrote 170 kcal for the calories. Is that the same as regular calories? 170 calories per serving?
Matt
Yes that is the same as regular calories.
Allison
Thank you!
Cris
This is the best thing I have ever made in my instant pot!
Matt
Thanks so much I am so glad you enjoyed it.
Matty.
Donna
My first instant pot meal. All I can say is WOW!!!! So easy and delicious!!! Thank you so much for sharing!
Matt
That’s great. I’m so glad you enjoyed it. Congratulations on your new instant pot. I’ve got plenty of good recipes on here. Looking forward to hearing what you have to say about other recipes as well. Happy new year
Matty.
Diane
This recipe is amazing! I will make it again for sure.
Elizabeth Soveranes
Easy, delicious and now a family favorite! Almost didn’t have leftovers because of how much my kids enjoyed it.
Matt
That’s great news. Lettuce wraps are kid approved :
) Thanks for your comment.
Matty.
C
These are great! I just made this for a second time, this time doubling the recipe. However, it came put waaaay more liquidy this time, even after leaving it on saute for quite awhile after pressure cooking. I doubled all the ingredients…I’m wondering if I shouldn’t have doubled the chicken broth?
Matt
If it came out with too much liquid your second time you cooked it then yes too much liquid was added.
Matty.
Stephanie
These are absolutely amazing! My husband says they are better than a restaurant!
Matt
Aww so glad you enjoyed them. Thanks for the nice comment. Come back again I release new recipes all the time.