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Close-up of crispy Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps filled with savory chicken and fresh greens.

Crispy Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps


  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

These wraps combine savory, crispy chicken with fresh vegetables and a tangy sauce for a light yet satisfying meal. They work equally well as a quick weeknight dinner or a party appetizer.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup water chestnuts, chopped
  • 1/2 cup carrots, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 1 head butter lettuce, leaves separated and washed
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

  • Instructions

    1. Whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar in a small bowl and set aside.

    2. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant.

    3. Add onion and cook until translucent, then stir in ground chicken and cook until no longer pink.

    4. Mix in carrots and water chestnuts and cook for a few minutes until vegetables are tender but still crisp.

    5. Pour the sauce over the chicken mixture, stir to coat evenly, and simmer for two minutes.

    6. Arrange lettuce leaves on a platter and spoon the chicken filling into each leaf.

    7. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

    8. Serve immediately to maintain the contrast of warm filling and crisp lettuce.

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 15 minutes
    • Category: appetizer
    • Method: stovetop
    • Cuisine: asian

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 wrap
    • Calories: 250
    • Sugar: 4
    • Sodium: 500
    • Fat: 15
    • Saturated Fat: 3
    • Unsaturated Fat: 10
    • Trans Fat: 0
    • Carbohydrates: 10
    • Fiber: 2
    • Protein: 20
    • Cholesterol: 70

    Keywords: chicken lettuce wraps, crispy lettuce wraps, asian chicken wraps, healthy appetizers, easy dinner