Imagine a mouthwatering meal that combines the convenience of slow cooking with the fresh, crisp excitement of Asian-inspired cuisine. These Crock Pot Lettuce Wraps are about to revolutionize your dinner routine, offering a healthy, delicious, and incredibly easy-to-prepare dish that will have your family begging for seconds. With just a few simple ingredients and your trusty crock pot, you'll create a restaurant-quality meal that's both nutritious and irresistibly tasty!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 4 hrs
Total Time: 4 hrs 15 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 head of butter lettuce, leaves separated
Instructions
- Begin by preparing all your ingredients. Dice the bell peppers into small pieces and shred the carrots if they aren't pre-shredded. Set these aside for later use.
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine the ground chicken, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Mix well until the chicken is evenly coated with the sauce and oil.
- Transfer the chicken mixture to the crock pot. Add the diced bell peppers and shredded carrots on top of the chicken.
- Cover the crock pot with its lid and set it to cook on low for 4 hours. This will allow the flavors to meld and the chicken to cook thoroughly.
- After 4 hours, check the chicken for doneness. It should be cooked through and easily shredded with a fork. Stir the mixture to combine the ingredients.
- While the chicken mixture is cooking, prepare the butter lettuce leaves by gently separating them. Rinse them under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
- Once the chicken mixture is ready, use a spoon to scoop a portion of the mixture onto a butter lettuce leaf. Be careful not to overfill the leaf to avoid tearing.
- Wrap the lettuce around the filling, creating a neat little package. You can secure it with a toothpick if desired.
- Serve the lettuce wraps immediately while warm, and enjoy them as a delicious and healthy meal option. Optionally, you can add toppings like chopped green onions or a drizzle of additional soy sauce for extra flavor.
Tips
- Ingredient Prep is Key: Chop your vegetables uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent flavor distribution.
- Don't Overcrowd the Lettuce: When assembling your wraps, be careful not to overfill the lettuce leaves. This prevents tearing and makes for easier eating.
- Enhance the Flavor: Consider adding minced garlic or ginger to the chicken mixture for an extra flavor boost.
- Lettuce Selection Matters: Butter lettuce works best due to its soft, pliable leaves that are perfect for wrapping.
- Make it Your Own: Experiment with toppings like chopped cilantro, crushed peanuts, or a drizzle of sriracha to customize the dish to your taste.
- Meal Prep Friendly: This recipe can be easily stored in the refrigerator and reheated, making it perfect for meal preparation.
- Sauce Options: If you want to mix things up, try different sauce variations like teriyaki or hoisin sauce for a unique twist.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 25g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 85mg
