Chinese Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Savor the irresistible flavors of Chinese Chicken Lettuce Wraps, a light yet satisfying dish packed with bold, savory goodness and fresh textures. This recipe combines tender ground chicken with a medley of crisp water chestnuts, vibrant carrots, and aromatic garlic and ginger, all coated in a flavorful hoisin-soy sauce blend with a hint of sesame. Wrapped in cool, crisp lettuce leaves, these wraps offer the perfect balance of crunch and umami-packed filling, creating a low-carb, high-protein meal or appetizer. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights or party platters. Customizable with crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick, these wraps deliver restaurant-quality taste right at home!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground chicken
• 8 leaves Iceberg or butter lettuce
• 3 tablespoons Hoison sauce
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, minced
• 2 stalks Green onions, finely sliced
• 1 can (8 oz) Water chestnuts, chopped
• 1 medium Carrots, finely chopped or grated
• 2 tablespoons Cooking oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the lettuce leaves by separating them carefully and rinsing under cold water. Pat dry with a paper towel and set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together the hoisin sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil to create the sauce. Set aside.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the cooking oil and swirl to coat.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and ginger to the skillet, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the ground chicken to the skillet and cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until fully cooked and no longer pink, about 5-6 minutes.

Step 6

Add the chopped water chestnuts, grated carrots, and sliced green onions to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

Step 7

Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and vegetable mixture. Stir well to coat everything evenly. Cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. If you like some heat, add the crushed red pepper flakes at this step.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the mixture to a serving bowl.

Step 9

To serve, spoon the chicken mixture into the lettuce leaves, making sure not to overfill them. Wrap the lettuce around the filling like a taco and enjoy immediately!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1076.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1441.4

Total Fat 80.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 384.7mg	0%
Sodium 2268.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 95.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.4g	0%
Total Sugars 35.7g
Protein 99.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 237.8mg	0%
Iron 7.9mg	0%
Potassium 4689.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.2%

Protein: 26.5%

Carbs: 25.3%