Okay guys, I’m coming at you with another delicious and healthy recipe! Today, I’m sharing with you my take on a classic Asian-inspired dish – Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Sauce. This recipe is perfect for those days when you want something light and healthy, yet still satisfying and full of flavor. It’s also great for anyone who wants to increase their protein intake without consuming too many carbs.
I love making these lettuce wraps for lunch, especially on busy weekdays when I don’t have much time to spare. They’re also a great option for a quick and easy dinner, and they’re sure to please even the pickiest eaters. Plus, they’re perfect for warm weather days when you don’t feel like eating heavy, hot meals.
To make these Chicken Lettuce Wraps, you’ll need some boneless, skinless chicken breasts, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, and a few other simple ingredients. The peanut sauce is made with peanut butter, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and some other tasty spices.
The best part about this recipe is that it’s so easy to customize to your liking. You can add in some extra veggies like sliced bell peppers, shredded carrots, or diced cucumber, and you can also adjust the spice level to your taste. If you’re feeling adventurous, you could even swap out the chicken for some tofu or shrimp.
To assemble the lettuce wraps, you simply spoon some of the chicken mixture onto a lettuce leaf, add a dollop of the peanut sauce, and enjoy! It’s that easy. And with all the protein from the chicken and healthy fats from the peanut sauce, you’ll feel full and satisfied without feeling weighed down.
So if you’re looking for a delicious and healthy meal that’s easy to make and customizable to your liking, give these Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Sauce a try. They’re the perfect way to get your protein fix while still enjoying a lighter, fresher meal.
Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Sauce Recipe
Ingredients:
For the Chicken Filling:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup water chestnuts, diced (optional)
- 2 green onions, sliced (optional)
For the Peanut Sauce:
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2-4 tablespoons water, as needed
For Assembly:
- 1 head of lettuce, such as butter lettuce or iceberg
Instructions:
- In a large skillet, heat sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic and ginger, and sauté for 1 minute.
- Add diced chicken to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
- Stir in soy sauce, salt, and pepper until the chicken is well coated.
- Add water chestnuts and green onions (if using) to the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- While the chicken is cooking, prepare the peanut sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, garlic powder, ginger, salt, and pepper. Add water as needed to thin the sauce to your desired consistency.
- To assemble the lettuce wraps, take a leaf of lettuce and spoon some of the chicken mixture onto it. Top with a dollop of the peanut sauce.
- Repeat with remaining lettuce leaves and chicken mixture. Serve immediately and enjoy!
I hope you find this recipe easy to follow and delicious!
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