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Chinese Chicken Lettuce Wraps Recipe

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These Chinese Chicken Lettuce Wraps offer a flavorful and healthy meal option, combining seasoned ground chicken and mixed vegetables with a creamy peanut sauce, all wrapped in crisp butterhead lettuce leaves. Perfect for a quick, protein-packed lunch or dinner that’s both satisfying and light.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Chicken Mixture

  • 500 g ground chicken or boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 75-100 g mixed vegetables (finely diced carrots and bell peppers)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons oil (peanut, olive, or avocado oil)

Sauce

  • 60 ml peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce

To Serve

  • 1 head Butterhead lettuce (Green Leaf or Romaine, leaves separated)
  • 2 green onions (thinly sliced)
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Crushed peanuts for garnish
  • Lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Making the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, and Sriracha sauce until smooth and well combined. Set this sauce aside to use later.
  2. Cooking the Chicken: Heat the oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Once hot, add minced garlic and ginger, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant and aromatic.
  3. Adding Chicken: Add the ground chicken to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the chicken is fully cooked through and nicely browned.
  4. Cooking Vegetables: Reduce the heat to medium and stir in the finely diced mixed vegetables. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the vegetables to become just tender but still retain some crunch.
  5. Combining with Sauce: Pour the prepared peanut sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Stir thoroughly to coat everything evenly. Continue cooking for another 2 minutes so the flavors meld together.
  6. Serving the Lettuce Wraps: Spoon the warm chicken and vegetable mixture into individual lettuce leaves. Garnish each wrap with sliced green onions, fresh cilantro, and crushed peanuts for texture and flavor.
  7. Final Touch: Serve the wraps immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top, adding a bright and tangy finish.

Notes

  • For a nut-free version, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter.
  • You can customize the heat level by adjusting the amount of Sriracha sauce.
  • Use any crisp lettuce variety such as Butterhead, Green Leaf, or Romaine for best results.
  • These wraps make a great appetizer or light main dish.
  • Leftover filling can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Chinese
  • Diet: Low Fat

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/chinese-chicken-lettuce-wraps-recipe/