Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps, a delightful dish that brings together lean ground chicken, fresh vegetables, and a scrumptious sauce. These wraps are not only quick to prepare but also versatile enough to serve as an appetizer, main course, or healthy snack. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, these wraps can be customized with your favorite toppings, making them a hit with both kids and adults. Enjoy the satisfying crunch of crisp lettuce combined with a savory filling that bursts with flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs 92% lean ground chicken
- 3 Tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp fish sauce
- 2 ½ Tbsp brown sugar
- 2 Tbsp lime juice
- 5 green onions
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 ½ cups matchstick carrots, chopped
- Lettuce leaves for wrapping
- Optional: hot sauce or peanut sauce for serving
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, and cornstarch; set aside.
- Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté green onion whites, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
- Add ground chicken and cook until nearly done.
- Stir in red bell pepper and matchstick carrots; cook until slightly softened.
- Pour in the prepared sauce and mix until thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in cilantro and green onion greens.
- Serve warm filling in lettuce leaves with optional sauces.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for maximum flavor. Feel free to customize fillings by adding mushrooms or swapping proteins like turkey or tofu. For added crunch, incorporate toppings like shredded cabbage or crispy onions.