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Chicken Lettuce Wraps

These chicken lettuce wraps feature tender, seasoned ground chicken nestled in crisp lettuce leaves, enhanced with fresh herbs and a zingy sauce. The dish combines quick sautéing with assembly, resulting in a vibrant, crunchy, and juicy final presentation that balances nostalgia with a fresh twist.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground chicken preferably a mix of thigh and breast
  • 8 leaves lettuce iceberg, romaine, or butter lettuce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce preferably naturally brewed
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger finely grated
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin or oyster sauce for sweetness and richness
  • 2 green onions green onions thinly sliced

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Spatula or wooden spoon
  • Small bowl
  • Grater

Method
 

  1. Gather your skillet, spatula, small bowl, and grater, and heat the skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Add the ground chicken to the skillet, breaking it apart with your spatula. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the chicken is no longer pink and develops a slight golden sear.
  3. Transfer the cooked chicken to a small bowl and set aside. In the same skillet, add the grated ginger and minced garlic, sautéing just until fragrant, about 30 seconds, until you smell a spicy aroma filling the air.
  4. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, then add soy sauce, hoisin or oyster sauce, and sliced green onions. Stir everything together and cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to coat the chicken evenly.
  5. Remove the skillet from heat and let the filling rest for 2-3 minutes. Meanwhile, wash and dry the lettuce leaves thoroughly, patting them dry to ensure they stay crisp.
  6. Spoon a generous amount of the flavorful chicken mixture onto each lettuce leaf, then wrap tightly to form a neat bundle. Repeat with remaining leaves and filling.
  7. Arrange the wraps on a serving plate, optionally garnishing with extra sliced green onions or herbs for color and freshness.

Notes

For added crunch, include chopped peanuts or shredded carrots. Keep the lettuce dry for maximum crispness. Serve immediately for the best texture.