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Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Flavor-Packed Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps Ready in 15 Minutes

Enjoy these Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps, combining juicy ground chicken, fresh veggies, and bold flavors in just 15 minutes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 wraps
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Filling
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil Adds richness and a nutty flavor
  • 0.25 cup onion, diced Provides sweetness and depth
  • 2 cloves garlic Offers aromatic flavor
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger Enhances flavor with a spicy note
  • 10 oz ground chicken The primary protein
  • 0.25 cup Tamari or soy sauce Essential for savory umami
  • 2 tablespoons Thai sweet red chili sauce Contributes sweetness and spice
  • 1 juice of 1 lime Adds brightness and acidity
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey Balances flavors with sweetness
For the Crunch & Freshness
  • 0.33 cup cashews, chopped Offers a nutty taste and satisfying texture
  • 0.25 cup scallions, chopped Adds a fresh, mild onion flavor
  • 0.25 cup cilantro, fresh, chopped Essential for freshness
  • 0.25-0.5 cup carrots, shredded Contributes sweetness and crunch
  • 1 head butter lettuce The perfect wrap
  • sesame seeds For topping

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ¼ cup of diced onions and sauté for 2-3 minutes until browned and translucent. Incorporate 2 cloves of minced garlic and 1 tablespoon of freshly grated ginger, stirring for an additional 2 minutes.
  2. Add 10 oz of ground chicken to the pan, mixing well with the sautéed onions. Season with salt and pepper, and cook for approximately 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together ¼ cup of Tamari, 2 tablespoons of Thai sweet red chili sauce, the juice of 1 lime, and 1 teaspoon of maple syrup. Mix until well combined.
  4. Reduce heat to low and add the sauce to the chicken along with ⅓ cup of chopped cashews. Stir to mix well for another 2 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and fold in ¼ cup of shredded carrots, ¼ cup of chopped scallions, and ¼ cup of chopped cilantro. Stir gently.
  6. Spoon the chicken mixture into individual leaves of butter lettuce and top with additional sauce and sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1wrapCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These wraps are gluten-free with Tamari and can be made vegetarian with tofu. Adjust spice levels with chili sauce as desired.

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