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Close-up of fresh chicken lettuce wraps, a healthy lunch idea, filled with savory chicken and topped with green onions.

Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Fresh and crisp chicken lettuce wraps, perfect for a healthy lunch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 cup chopped water chestnuts
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
For Serving
  • 1 head iceberg lettuce separated into leaves

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add ground chicken and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through.
  3. Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
  4. Stir in water chestnuts, green onions, soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, and garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  5. Spoon the chicken mixture into the lettuce leaves.

Notes

Serve immediately for the best crispness. You can add sriracha or chili garlic sauce for a spicy kick.

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