Skinny Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps (Print)

Light, flavorful wraps with lean ground chicken, crisp vegetables, and savory hoisin glaze ready in 30 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken Filling

01 - 1 pound lean ground chicken
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
05 - 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
06 - 1/2 cup shredded carrots
07 - 1/2 cup chopped water chestnuts
08 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced

→ Sauce

09 - 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
10 - 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
11 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
12 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
13 - 1/2 teaspoon sriracha, optional

→ Assembly

14 - 1 head butter or Bibb lettuce, leaves separated, washed, and dried
15 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds, optional garnish

# Directions:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.
02 - Add ground chicken to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until no longer pink, approximately 5 to 6 minutes.
03 - Stir in diced bell pepper, shredded carrots, and chopped water chestnuts. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together hoisin sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, and sriracha if using.
05 - Pour sauce over chicken mixture, stir well, and cook for 2 minutes to heat through and integrate flavors.
06 - Remove from heat and stir in sliced green onions.
07 - Spoon chicken filling into individual lettuce leaves. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds if desired.
08 - Serve immediately with extra hoisin sauce on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 30 minutes for a quick weeknight dinner
  • Low-carb and dairy-free, perfect for health-conscious eaters
  • Satisfying combination of lean protein and fresh vegetables
  • Versatile recipe that can be customized to your taste preferences
  • All the restaurant flavor with better nutrition and a fraction of the cost
02 -
  • Prep all ingredients before starting to cook for a smoother cooking process
  • For extra crunch, add chopped peanuts or cashews on top before serving
  • Double the sauce if you prefer more moisture in your filling
  • Store filling and lettuce separately if making ahead - the filling keeps well for 3-4 days in the refrigerator
  • Hoisin sauce may contain wheat; use a gluten-free version if needed
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