In this article, we will explore the culinary art of oriental chicken lettuce wraps, a tantalizing fusion of East Asian flavors that offers a healthy and delicious dining experience. From the crispy lettuce leaves encompassing a savory filling of tender chicken, aromatic vegetables, and a symphony of tantalizing sauces, these lettuce wraps promise a journey through a world of textures and tastes. Whether you're seeking a quick and flavorful weeknight meal or an impressive dish to delight guests at your next gathering, this culinary adventure is sure to leave you craving more.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
CHINESE CHICKEN LETTUCE WRAPS
Toss the takeout menus in favor of a fast and fresh recipe for Chinese Chicken Lettuce Wraps starring a sweet and tangy marinade.
Provided by Kelly Senyei
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice wine vinegar, brown sugar and crushed red chili flakes (optional). Set the sauce aside.
- In a large sauté pan set over medium-high heat, add the oil. Once the oil is hot, add the garlic and ginger and cook, stirring constantly, until golden and fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- Add the shallots and cook, stirring constantly, for 3 minutes.
- Add the ground chicken and using a spatula, break it apart into pieces. Continue cooking until it is cooked through and no longer pink, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Stir in the water chestnuts then stir in the sauce and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes.
- Remove the mixture from the heat then stir in the cilantro and scallions and taste and season it with salt and pepper.
- Divide the chicken mixture among the lettuce cups then garnish with chopped nuts and serve.
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Nutrition Facts : Calories 373 kcal, Carbohydrate 33 g, Protein 23 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 98 mg, Sodium 1074 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 25 g, ServingSize 1 serving
ASIAN LETTUCE WRAPS
Healthy Asian lettuce wraps with ground chicken or ground turkey, green onions, and fresh veggies. Easy to make and better than PF Chang's!
Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated
Categories Dinner
Time 2h30m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Lightly coat a 5-quart or larger slow cooker with nonstick spray. In a small bowl, stir together the hoisin, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Set aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium high. Add the chicken and brown the meat, breaking it into small pieces. Continue cooking until no longer pink, about 4 to 6 minutes. Stir in the white and light green parts of the green onions, ginger, and garlic. Cook 30 additional seconds.
- Transfer the meat mixture to the slow cooker. Stir in the chopped mushrooms, carrots, red pepper flakes, and sauce. Cover and cook on LOW for 2 to 3 hours until the mixture is thickened and the chicken is ultra tender. (Do not be tempted to cook on HIGH, as the chicken will become tough.) Stir in the water chestnuts and green parts of the green onions.
- To serve, separate the butter lettuce leaves and fill with the chicken mixture. Enjoy hot.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 (of 8), about 1 cup filling, Calories 247 kcal, Carbohydrate 21 g, Protein 28 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 10 g
ASIAN CHICKEN LETTUCE WRAPS (BETTER THAN P.F. CHANG'S)!
Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps (better than P.F. Chang's)! A quick, easy, and healthy dinner that tastes delicious! Gluten and dairy-free!
Provided by Laura
Categories Main Course
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Whisk together sauce ingredients until well combined. If you use a firmer peanut butter you may need to microwave the mixture for 30-60 seconds in order to melt it and ensure everything is well-mixed.
- Heat 2 TBS peanut oil in a frying pan. Once hot, add ground chicken.
- Cook until some pieces are starting to brown. Add onion and cook for 5 minutes or until the onion is becoming translucent.
- Add the peppers and water chestnuts and cook about 5 minutes or until peppers are becoming soft.
- Add sauce and simmer on low heat until the chicken and veggies are evenly coated and everything is heated through.
- Serve in lettuce leaves, on top of your favorite Asian salad, or over noodles or rice!
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 lettuce wrap (1/6 recipe), Calories 209.1 kcal, Carbohydrate 14.3 g, Protein 18.7 g, Fat 9.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Cholesterol 43.6 mg, Sodium 675 mg, Fiber 1.4 g, Sugar 8.6 g, UnsaturatedFat 30 g
ASIAN-INSPIRED CHICKEN LETTUCE WRAPS
Yummy ground chicken lettuce wraps with Asian flavors.
Provided by Ashley Graeff
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Wraps and Rolls Lettuce Wraps Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Set 2 to 3 tablespoons green onions aside for garnish. Combine remaining green onions, water chestnuts, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, Sriracha, rice vinegar, ginger, and red pepper flakes in a bowl.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add ground chicken, garlic, and sesame oil. Cook and stir until chicken is crumbly and no longer pink, 5 to 10 minutes.
- Add hoisin mixture to the skillet and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Fill lettuce leaves with chicken mixture and top with reserved green onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290.4 calories, Carbohydrate 23.5 g, Cholesterol 66.3 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 29.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 951.5 mg, Sugar 8.9 g
ORIENTAL CHICKEN LETTUCE WRAPS
This has a lot of ingredients, but is totally easy to make. An excellent home cooked meal that tastes like Chinese take-out! You can also make these as appetizers (as they are served at the restaurants such as PF Changs).
Provided by januarybride
Categories Asian
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a small bowl, soak mushrooms in warm water until softened, about 15 minutes. Drain, chop and set aside.
- In another bowl, combine ground chicken/turkey, cornstarch and wine; mix well and let stand for 10 minutes.
- Make the sauce by combining hoisin sauce, peanut butter, peanuts, soy sauce, chili powder, ginger and sesame oil. Set aside.
- Pull off the outerleaves of the head of lettuce, wash and set aside.
- Place a large skillet over high heat until hot. Add vegetable oil, swirling to coat pan. Add garlic and green onion and cook for about 15 seconds. Then add chicken mixture until crumbly and no longer pink which is about 2 minutes. Add red pepper, water chestnuts and mushrooms and cook another 1-2 minutes until the pepper is slightly soft.
- Mix the meat mixture with the sauce and put in bowl to transfer to table. Put the lettuce leafs on the table. Let everyone take a leaf, put some meat mixture in it, wrap, it up and it's time to eat!
ALMOST-FAMOUS CHICKEN LETTUCE WRAPS
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories appetizer
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- Prepare the chicken: Whisk the egg white, cornstarch and rice wine in a bowl. Add the chicken and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes. Make the stir-fry sauce: Whisk 1/3 cup water, the oyster, hoisin and soy sauces, the rice wine and sesame oil in a bowl, then whisk in the cornstarch until dissolved.
- Fry the noodles: Pull the noodles apart into sections. Heat 3/4 inch peanut oil in a medium saucepan until a deep-fry thermometer registers 380 degrees F. Working in batches, press the noodles into the oil with a spatula until they puff, 5 to 10 seconds. Drain on paper towels.
- Make the stir-fry: Heat 2 tablespoons peanut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook, stirring, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon to a plate. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons peanut oil to the skillet; when almost smoking, stir in the garlic, ginger, jalapeno and minced scallions, then add 1/2 teaspoon salt and the sugar and stir-fry 30 seconds. Add the mushrooms, water chestnuts and scallion pieces and stir-fry 2 minutes. Add the stir-fry sauce and chicken and cook 1 minute. Make a bed of noodles on a platter and top with the chicken mixture. Serve the noodles and stir-fry with lettuce leaves and soy sauce for dipping. Photograph by Andrew Mccaul
EASY ASIAN CHICKEN LETTUCE WRAPS
This one came from the back of a teriyaki sauce bottle. It's easy, a great low carb appetizer or main dish paired with a salad. And can be altered for a more filling dish by omitting the lettuce and using flour tortillas instead!
Provided by lazy gourmet
Categories Chicken
Time 45m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Whisk together water and cornstarch in large mixing bowl until smooth.
- Stir in teriyaki sauce.
- Add chicken and water chestnuts.
- Mix to coat.
- Marinate for 30 minutes.
- Cook and stir in small batches in hot oil in a wok or large skillet until no longer pink.
- Serve with rice noodles, shredded carrots and lettuce leaves or flour tortillas.
ASIAN LETTUCE WRAPS
Delicious and bursting with flavor, Asian lettuce wraps are a great idea for entertaining or a family style meal. Each person can build their own fresh, delicious wrap. Just be sure to have plates or napkins available since the mixture can sometimes drip a little. To serve, allow each person to spoon a portion of the meat into a lettuce leaf. Wrap the lettuce around the meat like a burrito and enjoy!
Provided by Rachel Castro
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Wraps and Rolls
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Rinse whole lettuce leaves and pat dry, being careful not tear them. Set aside.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef and cooking oil in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease; transfer beef to a bowl. Cook and stir onion in the same skillet used for beef until slightly tender, 5 to 10 minutes. Stir hoisin sauce, garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, ginger, and chile pepper sauce into onions. Add water chestnuts, green onions, sesame oil, and cooked beef; cook and stir until the onions just begin to wilt, about 2 minutes.
- Arrange lettuce leaves around the outer edge of a large serving platter and pile meat mixture in the center.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 388 calories, Carbohydrate 24.3 g, Cholesterol 68.9 mg, Fat 22.3 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 23.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 579.6 mg, Sugar 9.6 g
Tips:
- For a quick and easy meal, use pre-cooked chicken. You can also use leftover chicken from a roasted chicken or a chicken breast cooked in a slow cooker.
- To save time, buy pre-shredded cabbage and carrots. You can also use a food processor to shred the vegetables.
- If you don't have rice vinegar, you can use white vinegar or apple cider vinegar. However, rice vinegar has a milder flavor and will not overpower the other ingredients.
- Be sure to use fresh lettuce leaves for the wraps. Wilted lettuce leaves will not hold up well and will make the wraps difficult to eat.
- If you are making the wraps ahead of time, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The wraps will keep for up to 2 days.
Conclusion:
Oriental chicken lettuce wraps are a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. They are also a great way to use up leftover chicken. The wraps are filled with a flavorful mixture of chicken, vegetables, and a tangy sauce. They are then wrapped in lettuce leaves and served with a dipping sauce. If you're looking for a tasty and nutritious meal that is also easy to make, oriental chicken lettuce wraps are a great option.
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