Ingredients
– 1 pound ground chicken
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 small onion, diced
– 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
– 1 cup mushrooms, finely chopped
– 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
– 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
– 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
– 1 teaspoon sesame oil
– 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for spice)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 head iceberg or butter lettuce, leaves separated
– 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
– Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
Creating Chicken Lettuce Wraps can be achieved easily by following these simple steps:
1. Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Sauté Vegetables: Add minced garlic and diced onion, sautéing for about 2–3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
3. Cook Chicken: Add the ground chicken to the skillet. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, roughly 5–7 minutes.
4. Add Vegetables: Mix in the diced bell pepper and chopped mushrooms. Cook for an additional 3–4 minutes until vegetables are tender.
5. Add Seasoning: Stir in the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Mix well and let simmer for 2 minutes.
6. Adjust Seasoning: Taste the mixture and adjust with salt and pepper as needed.
7. Prepare Lettuce: While the mixture is simmering, rinse and separate the lettuce leaves. Pat them dry carefully.
8. Assemble Wraps: Spoon a portion of the chicken mixture onto a lettuce leaf, wrapping it like a taco.
9. Garnish: Top with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
10. Serve: Arrange the wraps on a serving platter and serve immediately.
By following these straightforward instructions, you’ll create mouth-watering Chicken Lettuce Wraps that are both satisfying and full of flavor!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 27g