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    Bites with Bri » Main » Ground Chicken Lettuce Wraps

    Ground Chicken Lettuce Wraps

    Published: Sep 6, 2022 by Brianna May · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    These healthy Ground Chicken Lettuce Wraps are easy, fresh, and full of delicious Asian flavors, like ginger and hoisin. They are inspired by PF Chang’s, but are even better & take less than 30 minutes to make.

    Ground chicken lettuce wraps on plate with fresh herbs.

    I love recreating Asian takeout dishes at home, like my Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken or Air Fryer Orange Chicken. These chicken lettuce wraps are a new addition to the rotation. 

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    • Why You’ll Love This Recipe
    • Ingredients & Substitutions
    • How to Make Ground Chicken Lettuce Wraps
    • Recipe Serving Suggestions
    • Expert Tips & Variations
    • Recipe FAQs
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    • Ground Chicken Lettuce Wraps

    Why You’ll Love This Recipe

    • Flavorful - The sauce is made of hoisin, soy, vinegar, honey, and peanut butter. The oil is infused with fresh ginger and garlic. It is similar to a teriyaki sauce. 
    • Low carb - This recipe contains no grains and very few carbs per serving. Lettuce is a great alternative to rice to serve stir frys, etc with. 
    • Healthy - The chicken filling is loaded with veggies and is wrapped in lettuce. 
    • Easy - This recipe only takes about 30 minutes start to finish. 
    • Appetizer or entrée - These wraps can be served as a starter or main dish.

    Ingredients & Substitutions

    Ingredients needed to make ground chicken lettuce wraps.
    • Toasted Sesame Oil: Be sure to use toasted sesame oil. It has a darker color compared to regular and more flavor.
    • Red Pepper Flakes: For mild heat, use ¼ teaspoon. For medium heat, use ½ teaspoon. 
    • Ground Chicken: Substitute for ground pork, turkey, or beef.
    • Soy Sauce: Substitute for coconut aminos as a gluten-free option.

    Complete list of ingredients and amounts is located on the recipe card below.

    How to Make Ground Chicken Lettuce Wraps

    Quick Overview

    • Brown ginger, garlic, & red pepper flakes.
    • Brown chicken & veggies.
    • Add sauce ingredients.
    • Assemble & enjoy!

    Step by Step Instructions

    A 3 photo collage showing how to brown the garlic, ginger, and chicken.

    Cook the garlic and ginger until it is golden brown.

    Step 1: Over medium heat, melt the butter and oil.

    Step 2: Add the ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 1-2 minutes or until golden brown.

    Step 3: Add the chicken. Sauté for 8-10 minutes or until cooked through.

    A 3 photo collage showing how to sauté veggies and sauce.

    Garnish with peanuts & fresh herbs!

    Step 4: Add the onion, bell pepper, and carrot. Sauté for 3-4 minutes or until softened.

    Step 5: Add the hoisin, soy sauce, vinegar, honey, peanut butter, and cornstarch. Stir until combined. Reduce heat to low. Add ¼ cup of water (if needed) and simmer for 1-2 minutes.

    Step 6: Remove from heat. Assemble lettuce wraps. Garnish with peanuts, cucumber, cilantro, mint, and basil.

    Recipe Serving Suggestions

    These wraps can be served as an appetizer or entrée on their own or with a simple side dish. Here’s what to serve with chicken lettuce wraps:

    • With a side of Frozen Spring Rolls in Air Fryer or Frozen Egg Rolls in Air Fryer
    • Over Instant Pot Basmati Rice. Make a bowl instead of a wrap. Top with lettuce, cucumbers, herbs, and peanuts.

    Expert Tips & Variations

    • Fry the garlic and ginger. Frying brings out the flavors and infuses the oil and butter. 
    • Add cornstarch. While this is optional, I prefer using it because it helps thicken the sauce and helps the sauce stick to the ground chicken. 
    • Don’t skip the garnish. The peanuts, cucumbers, and fresh herbs add so much texture and flavor. 
    • Double the recipe for meal prep. Store the lettuce and chicken mixture separately in the refrigerator. The chicken reheats well in the microwave. Assemble the wraps right before serving so they do not get soggy.
    Ground chicken lettuce wrap with fresh herbs and peanuts.

    Recipe FAQs

    What is the best lettuce to use for lettuce wraps?

    Use the lettuce you prefer to eat or have on hand. Try bibb, butter, iceberg, or romaine. 

    What is lettuce wrap sauce made of?

    It is typically made from soy sauce, hoisin, vinegar, and honey. 

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    Ground Chicken Lettuce Wraps

    These healthy Ground Chicken Lettuce Wraps are easy, fresh, and full of delicious Asian flavors, like ginger and hoisin. They are inspired by PF Chang’s, but are even better & take less than 30 minutes to make.
    Servings4 people
    Prep10 minutes
    Cook15 minutes
    Total25 minutes
    Course: Appetizer/Snack, Main
    Cuisine: Asian
    Author: Brianna May

    Equipment:

    • Stirring Spoon
    • Garlic Press
    • Microplane Grater

    Ingredients:

    • 1 Tablespoon unsalted butter
    • 1 Tablespoon toasted sesame oil*
    • 1 Tablespoon fresh grated ginger
    • 5 cloves garlic
    • ¼ - ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes*
    • 1 pound ground chicken*
    • 1 onion, diced
    • 1 bell pepper, diced
    • ¾ cup chopped carrots

    Sauce

    • 3 Tablespoons hoisin
    • 2 Tablespoons soy sauce*
    • 2 Tablespoons rice wine vinegar
    • 1 Tablespoon honey
    • 1 Tablespoon peanut butter
    • 1 teaspoon cornstarch, optional
    • ¼ cup water, if needed
    • For Serving
    • 1 head butter lettuce
    • sliced cucumber
    • chopped peanuts
    • green onions, fresh cilantro, mint, & basil

    Instructions:

    • Over medium heat, melt the butter and oil.
    • Add the ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 1-2 minutes or until golden brown.
    • Add the chicken. Sauté for 8-10 minutes or until cooked through.
    • Add the onion, bell pepper, and carrot. Sauté for 3-4 minutes or until softened.
    • Add the hoisin, soy sauce, vinegar, honey, peanut butter, and cornstarch. Stir until combined. Reduce heat to low. Add ¼ cup of water (if needed) and simmer for 1-2 minutes.
    • Remove from heat. Assemble lettuce wraps. Garnish with peanuts, cucumber, cilantro, mint, and basil.

    Notes:

    • Toasted Sesame Oil: Be sure to use toasted sesame oil. It has a darker color compared to regular and more flavor.
    • Red Pepper Flakes: For mild heat, use ¼ teaspoon. For medium heat, use ½ teaspoon. 
    • Ground Chicken: Substitute for ground pork, turkey, or beef.
    • Soy Sauce: Substitute for coconut aminos as a gluten-free option. 
    • Don’t skip the garnish. The peanuts, cucumbers, and fresh herbs add so much texture and flavor.

    NUTRITION:

    Calories: 319kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 105mg | Sodium: 793mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 11g
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