Name: Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps (Better Than Takeout!)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1 lb (450 g) ground chicken; 1 Tbsp peanut oil (or olive or avocado oil); ½ medium onion, finely diced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 cup red or green bell pepper, finely diced; 8 oz (225 g) canned water chestnuts, drained and finely diced; 3 Tbsp soy sauce (use tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free); 3 Tbsp hoisin sauce (check label for gluten-free option); 1 Tbsp sesame oil; 1 Tbsp rice vinegar; 1 Tbsp creamy peanut butter (or almond/sunflower butter); 1 Tbsp honey; 2 tsp sweet chili sauce; ½ tsp garlic powder; ¼ tsp ground ginger; ¼ cup crushed peanuts; ¼ cup sliced green onions; 1 head butter lettuce (or romaine/green leaf lettuce)

Description

These Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps are fast, fresh, and full of flavor! Made with tender ground chicken, crunchy veggies, and a savory-sweet sauce, they’re the perfect healthy meal for busy nights. Gluten-free, dairy-free, and ready in under 30 minutes!

Ingredients

For the Filling:

1 lb (450 g) ground chicken

1 Tbsp peanut oil (or olive or avocado oil)

½ medium onion, finely diced

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 cup red or green bell pepper, finely diced

8 oz (225 g) canned water chestnuts, drained and finely diced

For the Sauce:

3 Tbsp soy sauce (use tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free)

3 Tbsp hoisin sauce (check label for gluten-free option)

1 Tbsp sesame oil

1 Tbsp rice vinegar

1 Tbsp creamy peanut butter (or almond/sunflower butter)

1 Tbsp honey

2 tsp sweet chili sauce

½ tsp garlic powder

¼ tsp ground ginger

To Serve:

¼ cup crushed peanuts

¼ cup sliced green onions

1 head butter lettuce (or romaine/green leaf lettuce)

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Instructions

1️⃣ Make the Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients until smooth.
If your peanut butter is thick, microwave the mixture for 20–30 seconds to help it blend evenly.

2️⃣ Cook the Chicken Mixture
Heat the oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add the onion and garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant, about 2 minutes.
Add the ground chicken and cook until no longer pink, breaking it up as it cooks — about 5–7 minutes.

3️⃣ Add the Veggies
Stir in the diced peppers and water chestnuts. Cook for 4–5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.

4️⃣ Add the Sauce
Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken mixture. Stir well and let it simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened and glossy.

5️⃣ Assemble the Wraps
Spoon the filling into lettuce leaves, sprinkle with green onions and crushed peanuts, and serve immediately!

Notes

Protein Options: Substitute ground turkey, diced chicken breast, or even tofu for a vegetarian twist.
Extra Veggies: Add shredded carrots, mushrooms, or chopped zucchini for more color and nutrients.
Nut-Free: Replace peanut butter with sunflower seed butter and skip the crushed peanuts.
Serving Ideas: Serve over jasmine rice, rice noodles, or quinoa for a heartier meal.

Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 20 min
Cuisine: Asian