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Quick & Flavorful Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Close-up of delicious thai chicken lettuce wraps filled with savory ground chicken mixture and topped with cilantro.
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Make these easy Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps for a light, high-protein dinner or appetizer. The filling uses ground chicken seasoned with authentic Thai spices and comes together quickly.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce or tamari (for gluten-free)
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon sweet chili sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha or to taste
  • 1/2 cup water chestnuts, chopped
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1 head Bibb or butter lettuce, leaves separated
  • Optional: Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the ground chicken to the skillet. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until it is browned and cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain off any excess fat.
  3. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha.
  5. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken. Stir well to coat the chicken completely. Cook for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Stir in the chopped water chestnuts, cilantro, and green onions. Cook for 1 more minute.
  7. Remove the skillet from the heat.
  8. Arrange the lettuce leaves on a platter. Spoon the chicken mixture into the center of each lettuce cup.
  9. Serve immediately with lime wedges, if desired.

Notes

  • For a peanut sauce variation, replace the sweet chili sauce with 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter mixed with 2 tablespoons hot water and 1 tablespoon lime juice, adding it with the other sauce ingredients.
  • If you are interested in structured eating plans, look into meal planning options for consistent results.
  • Use tamari instead of soy sauce to keep this recipe gluten free.

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