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