Description
Enjoy the bold and savory flavors of PF Chang’s Chicken Lettuce Wraps right at home with this quick and easy recipe. Ground chicken is sautéed with garlic, ginger, soy sauce, hoisin, and crunchy water chestnuts, then served wrapped in fresh butter lettuce leaves. This low-carb, Asian-inspired dish is perfect as a healthy snack, appetizer, or light dinner that's both delicious and satisfying, ideal for weeknights or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Protein and Vegetables
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1/2 cup canned water chestnuts, diced
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 1 head butter lettuce, leaves separated and rinsed
Sauces and Seasonings
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Dice the yellow onion, mince the garlic and fresh ginger, chop the green onions, and dice the canned water chestnuts. Separate and rinse the butter lettuce leaves, setting them aside for wrapping later.
- Cook the chicken mixture: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add ground chicken. Cook until browned and no longer pink, breaking it apart as it cooks. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and ginger, sautéing until the onions are translucent and fragrant.
- Add sauces and veggies: Stir in the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Mix well to combine. Then fold in the diced water chestnuts and chopped green onions, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through and flavors meld.
- Assemble the wraps: Spoon the savory chicken mixture onto individual butter lettuce leaves. Sprinkle with optional sesame seeds for added texture and flavor.
- Serve: Serve the lettuce wraps immediately while warm, encouraging diners to wrap and eat with their hands for a fun and fresh eating experience.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha to the sauce mixture.
- To keep it low-carb, avoid using rice or noodles alongside the wraps.
- If ground chicken is unavailable, ground turkey or lean ground pork can be good substitutes.
- Ensure butter lettuce leaves are dry before filling to prevent sogginess.
- Leftover filling can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated gently.
- Add chopped peanuts or cashews for extra crunch if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
