Spicy Szechuan Chicken Lettuce Wraps

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 1
Spicy Szechuan Chicken Lettuce Wraps for a healthy, tasty meal
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Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
oil , for cooking
1 lemon , juice of
2 tablespoons butter
bibb lettuce or iceberg lettuce
1 daikon radish , julienned
2 carrots , julienned
1/2 cup green onion , diced
1/4 cup bean sprouts
1/2 cup szechuan sauce ( check in your Asian grocery aisle )
1 tablespoon Chinese five spice powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 pinch sea salt
1 pinch cracked black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
234
Sugar
11g
Fat
9g
Spicy Szechuan Chicken Lettuce Wraps are a healthy, tasty meal option that pack a flavorful punch. The chicken is seasoned with Chinese five spice powder, and then cooked until golden brown for a nice, crispy texture. The szechuan sauce adds a spicy kick, and the mixed vegetables provide an extra dose of nutrition. To serve, wrap the chicken, the mixed vegetables, and the sauce in a piece of lettuce. These wraps can be enjoyed as a light meal, or as an addition to a larger spread.

Instructions

1.Season the chicken breasts with Chinese five spice powder, cayenne pepper, sea salt, and cracked black pepper.
2.Heat the oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook until golden brown, flipping once, about 4-5 minutes per side.
3.Once cooked, remove the chicken from the pan and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it thinly.
4.In another pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the szechuan sauce and lemon juice and stir together. Cook for 1-2 minutes until heated through.
5.In a bowl, toss together the julienned daikon radish and carrots, diced green onion, and bean sprouts.
6.To assemble the wraps, take a piece of lettuce and add some of the chicken slices, top with the mixed vegetables, and then drizzle the szechuan sauce over the top.
7.Enjoy your delicious Spicy Szechuan Chicken Lettuce Wraps!

PROS

These spicy lettuce wraps are a great low-carb, low-calorie meal option.

The szechuan sauce adds loads of flavorful taste, and the vegetables are a great source of fiber and vitamins.

CONS

The use of szechuan sauce can make the dish quite spicy for some people.

If you don’t want a lot of spice, reduce the amount of cayenne pepper or adjust to taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lettuce is a great source of vitamins A and K, and provides a good source of dietary fiber.
Chicken is a great source of protein, and the vegetables used in this recipe are also a good source of vitamins and minerals.

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