Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps

4
Points® value
Total Time
30 min
Cook
30 min
Serves
4
Difficulty
Easy
Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps are a popular restaurant choice, and the good news is that they are just as delicious and easy to make at home! Lettuce wraps are a great choice because they are loaded with protein, fresh veggies and a ton of flavour, making them a great party appetizer or dinner for a crowd. Not only are they tasty, but ready in 30 minutes or less they making them the perfect weeknight meal!

Ingredients

TruLOCAL Ground Chicken Breast

1 pound(s)

Coconut oil

1 tbsp(s)

Garlic clove

4 clove(s), medium, minced

Ginger root

2 piece(s), grated or minced

Scallions

3 medium, chopped

Eden Organic Tamari, Naturally Brewed

2 tbsp(s), gluten-free

Honey

2 tsp(s)

Sesame oil

2 tsp(s)

Chili seasoning mix

1 tsp(s), optional

Lime

1 wedge(s), juiced

Iceberg lettuce

1 medium head(s), or Boston lettuce

Frozen sliced carrots

2 cup(s), julienned

Uncooked bean sprouts

1 cup(s)

Ground coriander

1 tsp(s)

Lime

1 wedge(s), quartered

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, stir together tamari, honey, sesame oil and lime juice. Set aside.
  2. In a pan, heat coconut oil on a medium heat and add the garlic, ginger, and green onion.
  3. Cook gently, stirring occasionally for about 2 minutes.
  4. Add the ground chicken to the pan and cook until chicken is no longer pink, about 5 minutes.
  5. Add the marinade mixture to the pan and allow to cook for another 1-2 minutes until well combined. (For a crispier texture, allow the chicken to cook an additional 3-4 minutes until slightly brown but not burnt.)
  6. Once the chicken is cooked, remove the pan from the heat and set aside to serve.
  7. To serve, spoon about 1/4 cup of the mixture into a large lettuce leaf and serve with the toppings of your choice. (You can keep the vegetables toppings raw for extra crunch, or gently stir-fry them in a little oil and add them cooked if you prefer.)
  8. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

TOOLS: Cast Iron Skillet, knife, peeler, spatula PRESENTATION: Platter or cutting board, limes, bowl and spoon