Chicken Lettuce Wraps

These quick and easy Chicken Lettuce Wraps are packed with savory ground chicken, crispy water chestnuts, and a delicious Asian-inspired sauce, all wrapped in fresh, crisp lettuce leaves. Ready in just 30 minutes, they're a perfect healthy dinner option that's even better than takeout! Whether you're craving PF Chang's classic dish or looking for a light but filling meal, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality taste right from your kitchen. Naturally low-carb and easily made gluten-free.

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Course: dinner

Cuisine: American-Asian

Keyword: Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 14

Servings: 3

Calories: 320kcal

Cost: $20-25

Equipment

Large skillet or wok
Sharp knife for chopping
Cutting board
Measuring spoons and cups
Mixing bowls
Wooden spoon or spatula

Ingredients

For the Chicken Filling:

2 pounds ground chicken (ground turkey works great too!)
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 large onion, finely diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated
8 oz water chestnuts, diced
2 carrots, finely diced
4 green onions, sliced

For the Amazing Sauce:

¼ cup hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sriracha
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon sesame oil

For Serving:

2 heads butter lettuce or iceberg lettuce
½ cup chopped peanuts
Fresh cilantro
Crispy rice noodles (optional)
Extra sriracha sauce
Lime wedges

Instructions

1. Prep Your Ingredients

Before you start cooking, get everything chopped and ready. This recipe moves quickly once you begin! Dice your onions, mince the garlic, grate the ginger, and chop the water chestnuts and carrots.

2. Make the Sauce

Mix all sauce ingredients in a bowl until well combined. This can be done ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to a week.

3. Cook the Filling

Heat sesame oil in your skillet over medium-high heat
Add onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until soft
Toss in garlic and ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant
Add ground chicken, breaking it up as it cooks (5-7 minutes)
Mix in water chestnuts and carrots
Pour in the sauce, stirring to coat everything evenly
Stir in green onions

4. Prepare the Lettuce

While the filling cooks, carefully separate your lettuce leaves. Wash them well and pat dry. For the perfect wrap, look for leaves that naturally form a "cup" shape.

5. Serve and Enjoy!

Set everything out family-style and let everyone build their own wraps. Start with a lettuce leaf, add a scoop of filling, and top with peanuts, cilantro, and any other garnishes you like.

Notes

Recipe Success Tips :

Don't skip the water chestnuts - they're crucial for texture
Let your pan get hot before adding the chicken
Season to taste - add more sriracha if you like heat
Prep all ingredients before you start cooking

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