Name: Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 lb ground chicken; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated; 1/4 cup hoisin sauce; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon sriracha (optional); 1 can (8 oz) water chestnuts, drained and chopped; 2 green onions, thinly sliced; 1 head butter lettuce or iceberg lettuce, leaves separated; Salt and pepper to taste; Optional garnishes: sesame seeds, extra green onions

Description

Dive into a delightful journey of flavors with these Asian Lettuce Cups! Perfectly suited for a quick and delicious meal, these cups feature a savory, umami-packed filling made with ground chicken and a medley of Asian-inspired ingredients. Wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves, these healthy bites are not only easy to prepare but also eye-catching and satisfying. Plus, they’re peanut-free, making them a great option for those with allergies.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb ground chicken
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
1/4 cup hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sriracha (optional)
1 can (8 oz) water chestnuts, drained and chopped
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1 head butter lettuce or iceberg lettuce, leaves separated
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional garnishes: sesame seeds, extra green onions

Instructions

Cook the Chicken:

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add ground chicken and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes, breaking it up as it cooks.

Add Aromatics:

Add the diced onion, garlic, and grated ginger to the skillet. Cook until onions are translucent, about 2-3 minutes.

Mix in Sauces:

Stir in hoisin sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sriracha if using. Mix well and cook for another 2 minutes.

Add Vegetables:

Add chopped water chestnuts and green onions, stirring to combine. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until heated through.

Season and Serve:

Season with salt and pepper to taste, and remove from heat. Serve by spooning a few tablespoons of the chicken mixture onto a lettuce leaf. Garnish with sesame seeds and extra green onions if desired. Wrap and enjoy!

Notes

Cooking Time:

Total time for this recipe is approximately 30 minutes.

Portion Size:

This recipe makes about 4 servings, with each serving containing around 250 kcal.

Ingredient Variations:

Feel free to adjust the amount of sriracha based on your spice preference, or omit it for a milder flavor.

Lettuce Options:

Butter lettuce or iceberg lettuce works well for this recipe, providing a crisp and refreshing wrap for the filling.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes