Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 13
Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps with a Spicy Twist
in Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/4 lbs ground chicken
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
1/2 cup onion , chopped
1/2 cup raisins ( golden or regular )
1/2 cup peanuts , coarsely chopped
1/4 cup Thai sweet chili sauce ( or more , to taste )
4 teaspoons lemon juice or 4 teaspoons lime juice
1/4 cup fresh cilantro ( optional- I leave this out ! ) ( optional )
1 head iceberg lettuce ( or bibb , but it 's expensive ! ) or 1 head green lettuce ( or bibb , but it 's expensive ! )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
264
Sugar
10g
Fat
12g
If you're looking for an appetizer that is easy to make, healthy, and delicious, these Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps are the perfect choice. The ground chicken is seasoned with a spicy Thai sweet chili sauce, and the raisins and peanuts add a nice crunch. The lettuce cups provide a refreshing crunch, and the whole recipe comes together in just 30 minutes. Serve these lettuce wraps at your next dinner party, and your guests will be raving about them!

Instructions

1.Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
2.Add the ground chicken and cook, breaking up any large clumps with a spatula, until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
3.Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4.Add the chopped onion, raisins, peanuts, Thai sweet chili sauce, lemon/lime juice, and cilantro (if using).
5.Stir until the onion is soft and everything is combined.
6.Spoon the chicken mixture into lettuce cups and serve.

PROS

These Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps are a flavorful and healthy appetizer that is low in calories and high in protein.

The sweet and spicy taste combination is sure to impress your guests.

CONS

Some people may not enjoy the taste of the Thai sweet chili sauce.

Make sure to use fresh lettuce or it can become a bit difficult to eat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

These lettuce wraps are a great source of protein and low in calories, making them a sensible appetizer option.
Chicken is also a great source of vitamin B6, which is important for brain development and function.

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