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Healthy Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Asian Sauce Recipe

Healthy Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Asian Sauce Recipe
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These Healthy Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Asian Sauce offer a flavorful and nutritious meal option. Featuring tender diced chicken cooked with garlic, ginger, and water chestnuts, all tossed in a tangy, slightly sweet Asian sauce, they are perfect for a light lunch or dinner. Wrapped in crisp butter lettuce leaves, this recipe combines fresh textures and bold flavors while keeping calories and fat low, making it an ideal choice for health-conscious eaters.

Ingredients

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For the Filling:

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs, diced
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1/2 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger, grated
  • 1/2 cup water chestnuts, chopped
  • 2 green onions, sliced

For the Sauce:

  • 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
  • 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sriracha (optional, for heat)
  • 1 tsp honey or brown sugar

To Serve:

  • Butter lettuce or romaine leaves
  • Extra green onions, sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the hoisin sauce, low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, sriracha (if using), and honey or brown sugar until well combined. Set this sauce mixture aside.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook for about 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
  3. Sauté Aromatics: Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and finely chopped onion to the skillet. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and the onions become soft and translucent.
  4. Add Vegetables and Sauce: Stir in the chopped water chestnuts followed by the prepared sauce. Continue cooking for another 2–3 minutes, allowing the sauce to bubble and thicken slightly, coating the chicken well.
  5. Assemble Wraps: Spoon the warm chicken mixture into crisp butter lettuce or romaine leaves, making easy handheld wraps.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Top the wraps with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken thighs for breast meat for juicier wraps.
  • Adjust the amount of sriracha according to your preferred heat level or omit it for a milder flavor.
  • For a vegetarian version, replace chicken with diced firm tofu or chopped mushrooms.
  • Using butter lettuce gives a tender wrap, but romaine works well for added crunch.
  • Make sure not to overcook the chicken to keep it tender and juicy.
  • Leftovers can be stored separately: keep the chicken filling refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat before assembling in fresh lettuce.

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