PF Chang's Chicken Lettuce Wraps - Keto Copycat Recipe (2024)

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Why go out to a restaurant when you can have deliciousPF Chang’s Chicken Lettuce Wraps made at home, any time you want! This spot-on copycat recipe is keto-friendly and ready in only 20 minutes!

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Copycat Pei Wei Chicken Lettuce Wraps

One of my husband’s favorite dishes from Pei Wei is the chicken lettuce wraps. If you’re a fan of PF Chang’s then you might recognize them too! That’s because the two restaurants used to be owned by the same company and still have a lot of similar items on their menus.

This is a dish that is brilliant in its simplicity — I have no idea how they get THAT much flavor out of such a short ingredients list!

If you’ve tried either version of these Asian lettuce wraps, then you know what I mean! If you haven’t tried them yet, I promise you will LOVE them! And even better because these are low carb lettuce cups so they’re totally guilt-free!

Related: Click here for more of our favorite Keto Copycat Recipes!

Are PF Chang’s Lettuce Wraps Keto?

Despite the fact that there are no visible carbs, such as rice, PF Chang’s Lettuce Wraps are definitely not a low carb dish! That’s because the sauce the meat is cooked in contains hoisin sauce, which is relatively high in sugar. (And there could be added sugar too, but I can’t confirm that).

The good news is that it’s pretty easy to make a keto-friendly version of the famous PF Chang’s lettuce cups with a few simple swaps!

Why I Love This Recipe:

  • A spot-on copycat of PF Chang’s famous lettuce wraps and Pei Wei chicken lettuce wraps!
  • Only 3g net carbs and no added sugar!
  • Ready in just 20 minutes — a one pot meal!

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For your convenience in re-creating our keto Asian lettuce wraps at home, we’ve included shop-able ad links to some of the products and supplies used. Read our disclosure policyhere.

You’ll Need:

  • Cooking oil — Olive oil, avocado oil, or coconut oil will all work well with this recipe
  • Ground chicken — You don’t have to get lean ground chicken…remember, fat is our friend on keto!
  • Minced garlic
  • Diced onion
  • Soy sauce — You can also substitute withCoconut aminos*, which are gluten free!
  • Rice wine vinegar
  • Freshly grated ginger — If you don’t have fresh ginger you can use ½ teaspoon ground ginger.
  • Sriracha — optional, if you like your lettuce cups spicy!
  • Green onions — for garnish
  • Butter lettuce leaves — for serving

Kitchen Supplies Used:

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How to MakePF Chang’s Lettuce Wraps Keto Friendly

One of the great things about this recipe is that it truly is a one-pot meal! All you need is one medium or large sauté pan — you’ll cook everything in this pan! That makes clean up a breeze!

There’s a printable copy of the full ingredients list and recipe directions available at the bottom of the post!

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How to Make a Low Carb Version of PF Chang’s Lettuce Wraps Sauce

PF Chang’s lettuce wraps sauce is a crave-worthy combination of sweet, salty, and umami — that special “it factor” when it comes to Asian style dishes!

To make our PF Chang’s/Pei Wei lettuce wraps sauce keto friendly, we nixed the Hoisin sauce. Soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, garlic and ginger create that delicious flavor, without all the carbs. It sounds so simple, but it works!

TIP: If you want to mimic the taste of a sweet soy sauce, add a pinch of your favorite keto friendly sweetener during the cooking process. Just a pinch is plenty! We loveLakanto brandMonk fruit sweetener — if you shop throughmy linkand use code “SOCCERMOM” you can save 15% every time you purchase!

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We used butter lettuce for our lettuce cups, but you can use any large leaf lettuce that you like!

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PF Chang's Chicken Lettuce Wraps - Keto Copycat Recipe

Why go out to a restaurant when you can have delicious Copycat PF Chang's Chicken Lettuce Wraps made at home, any time you want!

Prep Time15 mins

Cook Time5 mins

Total Time20 mins

Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Main Dish

Cuisine: Asian, Keto

Keyword: copycat, lettuce wraps, Pei Wei Lettuce Wraps

Servings: 4

Calories: 218kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 onion diced
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 1 Tablespoon rice wine vinegar
  • 1 Tablespoon freshly grated ginger or ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 Tablespoon Sriracha optional
  • Green onions garnish
  • Butter lettuce leaves for serving

Instructions

  • Heat your cooking oil in a sauté pan over medium-high heat.

  • When pan is hot, add ground chicken and cook until browned (about 3-5 minutes).

  • Drain excess grease from pan.

  • Add garlic, onion, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, ginger, and Sriracha (if using) and cook until onions soften (about 4-5 minutes).

  • Serve with butter lettuce and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

Note: Nutrition information is a rough estimate only; actual values will vary based on the exact ingredients used and amount of recipe prepared.

Net Carbs: 3g per serving

Nutrition

Calories: 218kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 98mg | Sodium: 966mg | Potassium: 663mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 1mg

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4 Comments

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    Beth Haltom

    September 13, 2021 at 11:29 am ·Reply

    PF Chang's Chicken Lettuce Wraps - Keto Copycat Recipe (13)
    cant wiat to try this for dinner tonight
    1 love PF Changs lettuce wraps and have missed them since starting Keto.
    how many is a serving?
    thanks for the recipe!

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      Stacey

      October 25, 2021 at 12:36 pm ·Reply

      Hi Beth, I estimated that a pound of meat would make about 4 servings. The number of lettuce cups would depend on how much filling you put in each one.

  2. PF Chang's Chicken Lettuce Wraps - Keto Copycat Recipe (15)

    Shellie

    January 9, 2024 at 4:06 pm ·Reply

    I made these today- they are quick and delicious! Thank you! ☺️

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      Stacey

      February 25, 2024 at 6:08 pm ·Reply

      So glad you enjoyed this recipe! Thank you for letting me know!

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FAQs

Why are PF Chang's lettuce wraps so high in carbs? ›

Why Are PF Changs Lettuce Wraps So High in Carbs? Sugar. Many of the ingredients are loaded in sugar. The main culprit is hoisin sauce.

What are the white crunchy things in PF Chang's lettuce wraps? ›

Rice Noodles – don't skip these! They are quick and easy to fry up and add a fabulous crunch to the wraps that you don't want to miss!

What is keto friendly at PF Chang's? ›

Putting it all together: A Sample PF Changs Keto Order
  • Option 1: Shrimp with Lobster Sauce (“No rice, please!”) + Side of Steamed Broccoli.
  • Option 2: Asian Caesar Salad (no croutons/wontons) + Salmon.
  • Option 3: Spare Ribs + Side of Steamed Broccoli.
Jul 15, 2019

What are PF Chang's lettuce wraps made of? ›

Juicy chicken, shiitake mushrooms, and water chestnuts combined in a killer Chinese sauce, nestled in a lettuce leaf and garnished with fried rice noodles.

How many carbs are in PF Changs chicken lettuce wraps? ›

Menu Nutritionals
ServingsCarbs (g)
Chang's Chicken Lettuce Wraps233
BBQ Pork Spare Ribs (6)217
Northern Style Spare Ribs (6)25
Crispy Green Beans235
4 more rows

How many net carbs are in PF Chang's lettuce wraps? ›

Pf Chang's Chicken Lettuce Wraps (1 serving) contains 20g total carbs, 16.6g net carbs, 16g fat, 22g protein, and 298 calories.

What kind of oil does PF Chang's use? ›

As a bastion of Asian fusion cuisine, PF Chang's offers a tantalizing array of dishes that dance on the palate. However, for those who prioritize health alongside flavor, the widespread use of soybean oil serves as a caveat.

What lettuce is best for lettuce wraps? ›

You can use any type of green leafy lettuce for lettuce wraps, but popular types of lettuce include Boston bib lettuce and romaine hearts. Cabbage leaves or jicima wraps would also work great.

How do you crisp lettuce for lettuce wraps? ›

Fill a large bowl with very hot tap water (around 120°F) and plunge your wilted greens. Let them soak for 10–30 minutes, then drain. Wrap the leaves in a damp towel and chill before using (or if you need them immediately, cool them down in ice water). They'll be perkier than a Pomeranian with a plushie.

What to eat at PF Chang's low carb? ›

5 Keto-Friendly Meals You Can Order At P.F. Chang's
  • Egg Drop Soup Cup. View full post on Instagram. ...
  • Hot & Sour Soup Cup. If you're looking for something a little more involved than egg drop soup, try P.F. ...
  • Northern-Style Spare Ribs. View full post on Instagram. ...
  • Shrimp With Lobster Sauce. ...
  • Baby Buddha's Feast, Steamed.
Nov 7, 2018

What Chinese takeaway food is keto? ›

You can ask for steamed versions of some dishes and then add soy sauce, which fits within the guidelines of a well-formulated ketogenic diet. Particularly the steamed Asian broccoli or mustard are good choices. For protein, the roast pork, roast duck, and crispy-skin pork belly are good choices.

What is lettuce wrap sauce made of? ›

Ingredients for Chicken Lettuce Wraps

The key ingredient is hoisin — a sweet, salty, slightly tangy, spiced sauce that's like the Chinese equivalent to American barbecue sauce. Here, I mix it with some soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, and sesame oil to make a sticky glaze for the chicken in our wraps.

Are lettuce wraps healthier than bread? ›

Lettuce wraps are much lower in calories than bread, and they are very fresh. Corn Tortillas → Corn tortillas tend to be cleaner than regular bread. You can even use a tortilla to replace a pizza crust which is much lighter option.

Are lettuce wraps from PF Chang's healthy? ›

You would probably be surprised at how the calories, carbs and sodium are in the traditional lettuce wraps from P.F. Chang's. There is lots of excess sugar and fat in the restaurant version that you can skip by making these easy lettuce wraps at home!

Why do wraps have so many carbs? ›

Typically wraps will have more calories and carbs than a regular slice of bread, because wraps are more condensed."

Do wraps have more carbs than bread? ›

Please remember... CARBS ARE NOT BAD! But in the comparison here, there is 50.2g of carbs per 100g for the wraps and 43.3g for the bread per 100g. For one wrap, that is 35.1g versus 28.6g for two slices of bread.

How many carbs are in lettuce wraps? ›

Garden Life Lettuce Wraps (6 leaves) contains 3g total carbs, 2g net carbs, 0g fat, 1g protein, and 15 calories.

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