Description
Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps are a delightful and healthy meal option that you’ll love making for family dinners or casual gatherings. These wraps feature seasoned ground chicken mixed with fresh vegetables, all wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves for a refreshing crunch. With a savory sauce that offers a perfect balance of flavors, these wraps are not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Gluten and dairy-free, they make for a guilt-free indulgence that everyone can enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 tablespoon peanut oil
- ½ onion, finely diced
- ½ tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 cup red or green pepper, finely diced
- 8 ounces water chestnuts, drained and finely diced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons sweet chili sauce
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon powdered ginger
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together the sauce ingredients until well combined.
- Heat peanut oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add ground chicken, onion, and garlic; cook until chicken is browned and onions are translucent (about 5 to 10 minutes).
- Stir in diced peppers and water chestnuts; cook for another 5 minutes until peppers soften.
- Pour the prepared sauce into the pan; simmer on low heat until everything is heated through.
- Serve the filling in lettuce leaves or over rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 wraps (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 770mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute ground turkey if preferred. Add more vegetables like shredded carrots or mushrooms for added nutrition. Serve immediately for the best taste and texture.