Lettuce Chicken Wrap Recipe | The 36th AVENUE (2024)

FAQs

What is chicken lettuce wraps made of? ›

This easy chicken Lettuce Wraps recipe is made with ground chicken (or turkey), fresh chopped vegetables and a delicious Asian stir-fry sauce, served in a cold and crisp lettuce leaf. We enjoy these as an appetizer or main dish!

Combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili oil and green onions. For a mild sauce add 1 teaspoon of chili garlic sauce. For a medium sauce add 1/2 teaspoon of hot mustard plus 2 teaspoons chili garlic sauce.

Salad goes well with chicken lettuce wraps. Asian Cabbage Salad and Asian Cucumber Salad would both be tasty. Veggies. Pair lettuce wraps with Roasted Frozen Broccoli, Air Fryer Green Beans, or Roasted Eggplant.

You really want cold crisp lettuce that is hearty and will hold up well wrapped around the yummy filling. We've found that iceberg or butter leaf lettuce work best. You would also use romaine hearts though they can be hard to wrap around the filling since they tend to be long and thin.

Ingredients for Chicken Lettuce Wraps

The key ingredient is hoisin — a sweet, salty, slightly tangy, spiced sauce that's like the Chinese equivalent to American barbecue sauce. Here, I mix it with some soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, and sesame oil to make a sticky glaze for the chicken in our wraps.

Fill a large bowl with very hot tap water (around 120°F) and plunge your wilted greens. Let them soak for 10–30 minutes, then drain. Wrap the leaves in a damp towel and chill before using (or if you need them immediately, cool them down in ice water). They'll be perkier than a Pomeranian with a plushie.

Break up rice noodles and drop into hot oil. Fry 1 minute or until crisp, but not browned. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Serve stir-fry with crispy rice noodles wrapped in lettuce leaves.

As a bastion of Asian fusion cuisine, PF Chang's offers a tantalizing array of dishes that dance on the palate. However, for those who prioritize health alongside flavor, the widespread use of soybean oil serves as a caveat.

Creamy mayo meets spicy sriracha and smoky chipotle in this hot and spicy sauce that is great for topping sandwiches, burgers, or sushi, or as a dipping sauce for your favorite appetizers.

Sliced grilled chicken breast nestled in a fresh mix of green leaf lettuce with a blend of shredded Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheeses, tightly rolled in a flaxseed flour flat bread. Made fresh daily. Pairs well with Avocado Lime Ranch dressing.

What to eat on the side of a chicken wrap? ›

The best side dishes to serve with wraps are French fries, crispy green beans, onion rings, avocado fries, salsa, corn on the cob, Brussels sprouts with bacon, coleslaw, sweet potato fries, Greek salad, hummus, chips and guacamole, quinoa salad, pasta salad, grilled vegetables, and fruit salad.

Lettuce is the perfect way create a healthy and low carb wrap. These Asian-inspired Chicken Lettuce Wraps are full of fiber and flavor. Wraps are a simple and easy lunch option that have the potential to be super healthy.

Cut the chicken up, and assemble the wrap. To assemble, on a tortilla bread, layer lettuce leaves, followed by chicken, shredded cheese, and a drizzle of ranch dressing.

How healthy are chicken wraps? They are really as healthy as you make them! That's why we are using healthy ingredients for these easy wraps like whole wheat tortillas, fresh veggies, chicken (for added protein) and a healthy sauce for wraps!