Get ready for my Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Thai Peanut Sauce recipe, a flavor-packed dish that’s ready in just 10 minutes! Made with fresh ground chicken, shiitake mushrooms, and a creamy Thai peanut sauce, these wraps are a delightful blend of savory and nutty flavors! Perfect for a quick and healthy meal, they’re sure to satisfy your cravings without any fuss!
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Why I Love This Recipe
Let me tell you, my Chicken Lettuce recipe is an absolute must-try! It’s my Thai-inspired masterpiece, infused with my own unique twist, just like my Sweet Thai Chili Mahi Mahi and Baked Coconut Shrimp. What makes it truly special is that it’s my very own creation, combining my Ground Chicken Stir Fry with my perfected Thai Peanut Sauce from my beloved Chicken Satay recipe!
Picture this, juicy ground chicken stir-fried with shiitake mushrooms that is creafully crafted, wrapped in crisp lettuce, and drizzled with my irresistible peanut sauce! It’s a flavorful explosion that’s not only simple, healthy, and easy to make, but also incredibly delicious! Trust me, once you try it, you’ll be hooked – it’s a recipe you won’t want to miss!
Ingredients
Ingredients
- Ground Chicken – standard ground chicken.
- Shiitake Mushrooms – fresh is preferred, can substitute with hydrated Dried Shiitake Mushrooms.
- Garlic– freshly grated garlic.
- Green Onion – washed and chopped.
- Neutral Oil – no taste or flavor with high cooking temperature. Some choices are sunflower oil, peanut oil, sallower oil, vegetable oil, and canola oil.
- Salt – sea salt preferred.
- Black Pepper – ground.
- Soy Sauce – low-sodium Soy Sauce preferred. Can also use tamari for gluten-free.
- Toasted Sesame Oil – 100% Toasted Sesame Oil that should have a dark brown color.
- Butter Lettuce – can also substitute with Iceberg lettuce.
- Chili Pepper (optional) – add if you like spice.
- Peanut Butter – use creamy peanut butter.
- Coconut Milk – can replace with half n half, heavy cream or milk but will alter flavor slightly.
- Lime Juice – fresh squeezed lime juice.
- Sweetener – use your preferred sweetener.
Ingredient Substitutions
You can substitute ground chicken with either Ground Pork or Ground Turkey. Both options offer a similar texture and flavor profile.
🥬 Lettuce Note
You can choose from Butter Lettuce, Iceberg Lettuce, or Romaine Lettuce based on personal preference. For extra crispy lettuce, soak them in water for 10 minutes prior to serving.
Essential Kitchen Equipment
- Wok or Deep Large Skillet
Directions
☑ Before Getting Started
For optimal results, utilize a Large Wok or Deep Skillet before starting this recipe. This ensures ample space for the ingredients to cook and evenly distribute while stirring.
Step 1 Preheat cooking oil in a large skillet or wok. Once the oil is preheated, add ground chicken and break it apart with a spatula. Then, add chopped shiitake mushrooms, grated garlic, and season with salt, black pepper and optional chili pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned, around 3-4 minutes.
Step 2 Next, stir in soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, and chopped green onions. Transfer to a serving plate.
🧂 Seasoning Pro Tip
Taste the stir-fry mixture and adjust seasonings like Salt, Black Pepper, and Soy Sauce according to personal preference.
Step 3 In a separate bowl, hand whisk together peanut sauce ingredients, including peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, lime juice, and sweetener until creamy.
Step 4 Fill butter lettuce leaves with the chicken mixture, and either top them with the peanut sauce or dip the lettuce wraps into the sauce.
🍽️ Serving Pro Tip
Avoid Overfilling the lettuce wraps with the chicken mixture. Limit it to 1-2 spoonfuls to prevent difficulty in closing the wraps without tearing the lettuce.
Pairing Recommendations
While this Chicken Lettuce Wraps recipe is delicious on its own, for a complete Thai-inspired meal, pair it with Coconut Tom Kha Gai Soup or Tom Yum Soup and a refreshing Thai Iced Tea.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I make the lettuce crisp?
To make the lettuce crisp, simply place it in water for 10 minutes prior to serving. Ensure the lettuce remains chilled for the crispiest texture.
What other vegetables can I add to the chicken mixture?
Sliced carrots, chopped bell peppers, and chestnuts are excellent additions that complement the flavors of the chicken mixture.
How can I adjust the spiciness of the Thai peanut sauce?
The sauce isn't spicy, but if you prefer a bit of heat, you can add some chopped red peppers to increase the spiciness to your liking.
Storage Tips
To store leftovers, place the chicken mixture and peanut sauce in separate airtight containers. In the refrigerator, the ground chicken will remain fresh for 5-7 days, while the peanut sauce can last up to 14-21 days.
Other Recipes You Might Like
- Bacon Wrapped Garlic Chicken Breast
- Asian Ground Chicken Stir Fry
- Korean BBQ Marinated Chicken
- Japanese Pan Fried Chicken with Wafu Sauce
Watch How To Make It
Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Thai Peanut Sauce
Ingredients
Chicken Wraps
- 1 lb Ground Chicken
- 4 Fresh Shiitake Mushrooms can sub with hydrated dried shiitake
- 1 Clove Garlic
- 1 Stalk Green Onion
- 1 tbsp Cooking Oil neutral, no flavor or taste
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 tsp Soy Sauce
- 1 tbsp Toasted Sesame Oil
- 6-8 Leaves Butter Lettuce can sub with Iceburg Lettuce
- 1 Chili Pepper optional
Peanut Sauce
- 1/4 Cup Peanut Butter
- 3 tbsp Coconut Milk can replace with half n half or heavy cream, but will alter flavor
- 1 tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 tbsp Lime Juice
- 2 tbsp Sweetener your preferred sweetener
- 1 Clove Garlic
Instructions
- Gather all the ingredients.
- Prepare/wash lettuce and transfer to a serving plate.
- Chop Shiitake mushroom and green onions as shown below.
- Prepare the peanut sauce by combining grated garlic, peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, lime juice, and sweetener in a bowl. Mix well until the ingredients are thoroughly combined, then transfer the peanut dipping sauce to a serving bowl.
- In a frying pan or Wok, add neutral cooking oil and bring up to temp on medium high heat. Once up to temp and the oil is lightly smoking, add ground chicken and break apart with a spatula. Next, add in chopped shiitake mushrooms, grated garlic, salt and black pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes while stirring until chicken is cooked through.
- Once the chicken is cooked, add soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, and chopped green onions. Mix well to combine all the ingredients, then transfer the stir-fry to a serving plate.
- Take a spoonful of stir fried chicken mix and place on top of lettuce leaf as shown below. Drizzle peanut sauce on top and enjoy as a lettuce wrap!
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