These tantalizing chicken lettuce wraps are a perfect combination of savory chicken, crunchy vegetables, and a flavorful Asian sauce all wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves. They make for a light yet satisfying meal that is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 head of iceberg lettuce, leaves separated
Directions
- In a large skillet, cook the ground chicken over medium heat until browned.
- Add the onion, garlic, and red bell pepper to the skillet and cook until the vegetables are soft.
- In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Pour the sauce over the chicken mixture and stir to combine.
- Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Stir in the green onions and cilantro.
- Spoon the chicken mixture into lettuce leaves, garnish with additional green onions and cilantro, and serve immediately.
Interesting Facts
Lettuce wraps are a popular appetizer in Asian cuisine, known for their light and refreshing taste.
Ground chicken is a lean protein option that is lower in fat compared to other types of meat.
Hoisin sauce adds a sweet and savory flavor to the chicken mixture, giving it a delicious richness.