Description

These lettuce wraps are a delightful and healthy option, loaded with savory ground chicken, crisp vegetables, and a delicious sauce. They make for a quick dinner that’s full of flavor, ideal for anyone looking for an easy homemade dish.

Ingredients

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1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons chicken stock or broth
2 tablespoons soy sauce regular not lite
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
3 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 to 2 teaspoons brown sugar add to preference
1 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon sriracha
1 cup finely diced yellow onion 1 small onion
1 cup finely diced carrots 1 large carrot
1 cup finely diced red pepper 1 bell pepper
1 cup diced mushrooms 4 ounces mushrooms
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 to 2 tablespoons ginger minced, add to preference
1/2 cup finely diced canned water chestnuts (drained)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound ground chicken dark meat if possible
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
12 to 16 lettuce leaves i like boston/bibb lettuce best; iceberg also works well
chopped peanuts or cashews, optional garnish
Lime fresh lime wedges for optional garnish

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Instructions

Whisk cornstarch with chicken stock until smooth, then stir in the remaining sauce ingredients and set aside.
Prep all ingredients: finely dice the onion, carrot, mushrooms, and pepper. Mince the garlic and ginger. Drain and finely dice the water chestnuts. Thinly slice green onions.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion, garlic, and ginger, cooking for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
Add the ground chicken to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon and cooking for 5-7 minutes until mostly cooked through. Drain any excess liquid.
Add carrot, red pepper, mushrooms, and water chestnuts to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the carrot softens. Stir in the prepared sauce and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until thickened.
Transfer the filling to a serving bowl. Spoon into lettuce leaves and top with green onions and optional chopped nuts. Serve with lime wedges.

Notes

For spicier wraps, add more sriracha to your sauce.
Feel free to customize the vegetables based on your preference or seasonal availability.
Serve immediately to enjoy the freshest taste.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 wrap
Calories: 265
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 590mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 27g
Cholesterol: 75mg