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Lettuce Wraps

Try these copycat PF Chang's Lettuce Wraps feature savory chicken in crunchy lettuce leaves. This easy recipe comes together in no time and is perfect as an appetizer or light supper.
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Asian
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 Lettuce Wraps
Calories 275kcal
Author Krystle Smith

Ingredients

  • 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 Pound Ground Chicken
  • 2 Cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 Sweet Onion Diced
  • ¼ Cup Hoisin Sauce
  • 2 Tablespoons Soy Sauce
  • 1 Tablespoon Rice Wine Vinegar
  • 1 Tablespoon Ginger Freshly Grated
  • 1 Tablespoon Sriracha
  • 1 8 Ounce Can Whole Water Chestnuts Drained and Diced
  • 2 Green Onions Sliced
  • Salt and Pepper To Taste
  • 1 Head Butter Lettuce

Instructions

  • In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground chicken and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
  • Stir in garlic, onion, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, ginger,and Sriracha. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
  • Stir in water chestnuts and green onions. Cook for 1-2 more minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Spoon chicken mixture into the center of butter lettuce leaves.

Notes

Ingredient Notes and Shopping Tips
Ground Chicken: Look for this near the chicken breasts in your meat department. Ground turkey or pork can be substituted.  
Lettuce: I like to use butter lettuce. It has a great crunch and holds up well. Bibb lettuce would be a good substitute if you can't find butter. 
Garlic: Avoid jarred garlic if possible. It tends to have less flavor.
Rice Wine Vinegar: Don't use regular white vinegar here which is sourer and less sweet than rice wine. Look for it in the ethnic aisle. 
Ginger: Look for ginger in the produce section. Use leftovers in other recipes, or place them near your potatoes to prevent potatoes from sprouting. 
Soy Sauce: Use low sodium varieties to avoid an overly salty end product.  
Water Chestnuts: These add a great crunch. Look for them in the Asian section of your grocery store. 
Tips and Tricks
  • Washing Lettuce: Remove butter lettuce core, and allow water to run through the head. Drain on paper towels and separate into leaves. This will ensure the lettuce is clean and crisp. 
  • Serving Suggestion: Garnish with hot sauce, cashews, or even chow mein noodles. 

Nutrition

Calories: 275kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 98mg | Sodium: 945mg | Potassium: 843mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 1409IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg