Thai Peanut Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Thai Peanut Chicken Lettuce Wraps are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, combining tender chicken, fresh veggies, and a rich peanut sauce all wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves. Perfect for summer gatherings or cozy dinners, these wraps promise an explosion of flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds. Easy to prepare and endlessly customizable, this dish will elevate any meal with its vibrant colors and delicious taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 8 large iceberg or butter lettuce leaves
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tsp sriracha sauce (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts (optional)
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and add diced chicken breast seasoned with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown and no longer pink inside.
- Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for about one minute until fragrant.
- In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, and sriracha until smooth. Add water as needed for desired consistency.
- Pour the peanut sauce over the chicken mixture and stir well to combine. Heat through until evenly coated.
- Carefully separate lettuce leaves from the head and arrange them on a platter.
- Spoon the chicken mixture onto each leaf and top with chopped peanuts and cilantro if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 wraps (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for a seafood twist. Add extra veggies like bell peppers or carrots for added crunch. Make the peanut sauce ahead of time for convenience; it can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.