Speedy Thai Peanut Chicken Lettuce (Printable Version)

Tender peanut chicken and crunchy veggies bundled in fresh lettuce for a fast, healthy Asian-inspired meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Meat

01 - 1 pound ground chicken

→ Vegetables & Add-ins

02 - 1 cup shredded carrots
03 - 1/2 cup chopped water chestnuts
04 - 1 head butter lettuce, leaves separated
05 - Lime wedges, for serving

→ Sauce

06 - 1/2 cup Thai peanut sauce

# Directions:

01 - Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the ground chicken, breaking it apart, until fully browned and no longer pink. Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
02 - Add the Thai peanut sauce, shredded carrots, and chopped water chestnuts to the cooked chicken. Stir thoroughly and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, ensuring the mixture is well coated and heated through.
03 - Spoon the warm chicken filling into individual lettuce leaves. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Ready in 20 minutes so ideal for busy nights
  • Uses just one pan for easy cleanup
  • Gluten-free friendly if you use the right sauce
  • Packed with protein and veggies for a feel-good meal
  • Easy to customize for spice or crunch
02 -
  • High in protein from lean ground chicken
  • Stays crisp and vibrant thanks to water chestnuts and fresh lettuce
  • Freezer friendly if you make the filling ahead
03 -
  • Double the peanut sauce so everyone can drizzle extra at the table
  • Save time by shredding carrots in advance or buying pre-shredded from the store
  • If the lettuce leaves feel too small or fragile use two overlapping leaves for a sturdier wrap
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