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Crunchy Thai Peanut Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
Enjoy these flavorful lettuce wraps filled with tender chicken and a creamy peanut sauce, topped with fresh vegetables and crunchy peanuts for added texture.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, finely diced

Vegetables

  • 1 head butter lettuce, leaves separated and washed
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, roughly chopped
  • 2 green onions green onions, thinly sliced

Sauce ingredients

  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil or neutral oil for sautéing
  • 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 2 tsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
  • 1 garlic clove minced garlic
  • 1/4 cup warm water (to thin sauce as needed)
  • 1 tsp chili garlic sauce (optional, for heat)

Instructions 

  • Whisk peanut sauce ingredients in a bowl; set aside.
  • Sauté diced chicken in oil until cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
  • Pour sauce over chicken, cook 2 more minutes until slightly thickened.
  • Fill lettuce leaves with chicken mixture and top with vegetables, peanuts, and herbs.
  • Fold wraps and serve immediately.

Notes

For extra heat, add more chili garlic sauce.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Thai
Keyword: Chicken, Lettuce Wraps, Peanut