Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps Recipe
If you love fresh, healthy and easy-to-make meals, these Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps Recipe are perfect. They are light, full of flavor and ready in no time.
Ingredients
- 1 lb 450 g ground chicken
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 1 medium carrot shredded
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes optional
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts
- 8-10 large lettuce leaves romaine or butter lettuce
Instructions
Prepare the Vegetables
- Wash and dry the lettuce leaves. Dice the onion and bell pepper. Shred the carrot. Set aside.
Cook the Chicken
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ground chicken and cook until no longer pink, about 5–7 minutes.
Add Garlic and Onion
- Add minced garlic and chopped onion to the skillet. Cook for 2 minutes until fragrant and soft.
Add Bell Pepper and Carrot
- Stir in diced bell pepper and shredded carrot. Cook for 3–4 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
Make the Sauce
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice, brown sugar and chili flakes. Pour over the chicken and vegetables. Stir well to combine.
Add Fresh Herbs and Nuts
- Turn off the heat. Stir in chopped cilantro and roasted peanuts. These add a fresh and crunchy texture to the wraps.
Assemble the Wraps
- Spoon the chicken mixture into the center of each lettuce leaf. Fold the sides over and roll tightly. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use ground turkey or tofu for a vegetarian option.
- Add shredded cabbage for extra crunch.
- Use peanut butter in the sauce for a creamy twist.
- Garnish with extra lime wedges or fresh mint.
- Adjust chili flakes to your preferred spice level.