Are you ready to embark on a culinary adventure that combines the perfect balance of protein, crunch, and mind-blowing Asian-inspired flavors? These Peanut Chicken Lettuce Wraps are not just a meal—they're a sensational experience that will transform your dinner routine from ordinary to extraordinary! Imagine tender ground chicken bathed in a creamy, nutty sauce, nestled in crisp butter lettuce leaves, and topped with a sprinkle of crunchy peanuts. In just 25 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-quality dish that's healthy, delicious, and guaranteed to impress everyone at your table.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp ginger, minced
- 1 tbsp garlic, minced
- 1 head of butter lettuce
- Chopped peanuts for garnish
- Sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: ground chicken, peanut butter, soy sauce, minced ginger, minced garlic, butter lettuce, chopped peanuts, and sliced green onions.
- In a large skillet, heat a small amount of oil over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the ground chicken to the skillet. Cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until the chicken is fully cooked and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
- While the chicken is cooking, in a small bowl, combine the peanut butter, soy sauce, minced ginger, and minced garlic. Mix well until the ingredients are fully incorporated into a smooth sauce.
- Once the chicken is cooked, reduce the heat to low and pour the peanut sauce over the chicken in the skillet. Stir well to combine, ensuring that all the chicken is coated with the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- While the chicken is finishing, prepare the butter lettuce. Carefully separate the leaves from the head of lettuce, trying to keep them whole. Rinse the leaves under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
- To serve, spoon a generous amount of the peanut chicken mixture into the center of each lettuce leaf. Top with chopped peanuts and sliced green onions for added crunch and flavor.
- Enjoy your Peanut Chicken Lettuce Wraps immediately, folding the lettuce around the filling like a taco, and savor the delicious Asian-inspired flavors!
Tips
- Choose the right chicken: Use lean ground chicken for a healthier option that still delivers maximum flavor.
- Sauce consistency matters: If your peanut sauce is too thick, add a little warm water to thin it out and make it more spreadable.
- Lettuce leaf selection: Look for butter lettuce with large, intact leaves for the best wrap experience. Gently separate leaves to avoid tearing.
- Prep ingredients in advance: Mince your ginger and garlic beforehand to make cooking smoother and faster.
- Get that perfect chicken texture: Break up the ground chicken into small, uniform pieces while cooking for even seasoning and better sauce absorption.
- Customize your heat: Add a dash of sriracha or red pepper flakes if you want to kick up the spice level.
- Make it a complete meal: Serve with steamed rice or quick-pickled vegetables on the side for a more substantial dinner.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 28g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 95mg
