
Authentic Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Experience a taste of Thailand with these vibrant and refreshing Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps. Succulent chicken tossed with crunchy vegetables and a tangy-sweet sauce, all neatly wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves. This recipe offers a healthy and flavorful adventure that will transport your taste buds to the street food stalls of Bangkok. Perfect for a light lunch, an appetizer, or a unique dinner, these wraps are a delightful combination of textures and flavors that make every bite a joy.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- Cilantro (1/4 cup, chopped)
- Peanuts (1/4 cup, crushed)
- Lettuce leaves (8-10 large leaves)
- Green onions (1/4 cup, finely chopped)
- Carrots (1/2 cup, julienned)
- Red bell pepper (1/2 cup, diced)
- Fresh Ginger (1 tablespoon, grated)
- Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
- Honey (2 tablespoons)
- Lime juice (2 tablespoons)
- Fish sauce (1 tablespoon)
- Soy sauce (1 tablespoon)
- Chicken breast (1 lb, diced)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create the marinade.
- Add the diced chicken to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are well-coated. Let it sit for 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken, reserving any leftover marinade. Cook until the chicken is fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the diced red bell pepper, julienned carrots, and chopped green onions to the skillet, stirring to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the vegetables are slightly softened.
- Pour the reserved marinade over the chicken and vegetables, stirring to coat evenly. Remove the skillet from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
- To assemble the wraps, spoon the chicken and vegetable mixture onto each lettuce leaf. Top with crushed peanuts and chopped cilantro.
- Roll up the lettuce leaves, securing with a toothpick if necessary, and enjoy your Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps!
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 15 minutes • Calories: 250 • Fat: 11g • Carbs: 15g • Protein: 26g • Sodium: 800mg • Sugar: 9g