Craving a quick, flavorful, and healthy meal? These Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps are your answer! This vibrant recipe is perfect served hot or cold, offering a delightful combination of savory chicken, crunchy nuts, and fresh herbs, all nestled in crisp lettuce cups. Using chopped chicken (for optimal texture!) ensures juicy bites in every wrap. If you prefer ground chicken, be sure to brown it thoroughly for the richest flavor and color. Get ready for a taste sensation that's both easy to make and incredibly satisfying!
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How to Make Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 1.5 lbs chopped chicken and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes, breaking it up with a spoon.
Stir in 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons Mae Ploy sweet chili sauce, 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, 1/4 cup pine nuts, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 2 cloves minced garlic, and 1 inch of grated ginger. Cook for 1 minute, or until fragrant.
Transfer the chicken mixture to a small bowl or ramekin. Garnish with 2 tablespoons of ground peanuts and 2 tablespoons of fresh chopped cilantro.
Serve immediately by spooning the chicken mixture into crisp iceberg lettuce leaves.
Nutrition Information(Approximate per serving)
Sodium
130 g
Sugar
66g
Fat
46g
Carbs
18g
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How long does it take to make Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps?
Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.
How many calories are in Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps?
Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps has approximately 1209.5 calories per serving, with about 187 g protein, 18 g carbohydrates and 105 g fat.
What ingredients do I need for Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps?
The key ingredients for Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps are Oil, Ground Chicken, Soy Sauce, Thai Sweet Chili Sauce, Toasted Sesame Seeds, Pine Nuts. See the full list with measurements above.
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