Description
When it comes to dishes that pack a punch in flavor while being simple to prepare, few can compete with Savory Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Thai Chili Sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 oz ground chicken
- ¼ cup diced yellow or white onion
- 2 tbsp Thai sweet red chili sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger (or paste)
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
- ⅓ cup chopped cashews (raw or roasted)
- ¼ cup shredded carrots
- ¼ cup chopped scallions
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
- 1 head butter lettuce (leaves rinsed and dried)
Instructions
- Begin by heating the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Allow the oil to become hot enough that it shimmers lightly, which is an indication that it’s ready for cooking.
- Add the diced onions to the skillet and sauté for about 2 to 3 minutes, or until they become soft and translucent.
- Add the ground chicken to the skillet. Season it lightly with salt and pepper. Cook the chicken for approximately 3 to 4 minutes, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Prepare your sauce by combining the soy sauce, Thai sweet red chili sauce, lime juice, and honey in a small bowl.
- Once the chicken is cooked, pour the sauce over it in the skillet and add the chopped cashews. Stir well to ensure every part of the chicken is well-coated.
- After simmering, remove the skillet from heat and add the shredded carrots, chopped scallions, and fresh cilantro.
- To assemble your wraps, take a butter lettuce leaf and spoon in a generous helping of the chicken mixture. Garnish with sesame seeds and serve immediately.
Notes
If you have leftovers, store the chicken mixture in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
Nutrition
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Protein: 25 g