Chicken Lettuce Wraps Recipe
Chicken Lettuce Wraps are a perfect blend of healthy, fresh ingredients and bold flavors. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender ground chicken, sautéed with aromatic garlic and ginger, tossed with crunchy water chestnuts, and glazed with a savory soy-hoisin sauce. Wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves, each bite offers a satisfying crunch, balanced with a burst of juicy, flavorful filling. Perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner, these wraps can be enjoyed by anyone looking for a fresh, low-carb meal packed with Asian-inspired flavors.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Mixing bowl
- Lettuce leaves
Ingredients
- 500g ground chicken
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1/2 cup water chestnuts, diced
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1 head of lettuce (butter or iceberg)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the sesame oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and ginger, sauté until fragrant.
- Add ground chicken, cook until browned and slightly crispy.
- Stir in soy sauce and hoisin sauce, then add water chestnuts.
- Cook for another 3-5 minutes, until the flavors meld.
- Remove from heat, and stir in chopped green onions.
- Wash and separate lettuce leaves, pat them dry.
- Spoon the chicken mixture into lettuce leaves, wrap, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra spice, add a drizzle of Sriracha or chili flakes.
- Substitute ground turkey or tofu for a different twist.
