Get ready to transform your ordinary dinner into an extraordinary culinary adventure with these mouthwatering Sweet Fire Chicken Lettuce Wraps! Imagine tender, juicy chicken bathed in a tantalizing sweet and spicy sauce, nestled in crisp, fresh lettuce leaves - a perfect harmony of flavors and textures that will have everyone at the table begging for more. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight meal or an impressive appetizer for your next gathering, these lettuce wraps are about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 head of lettuce (for wraps)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
Instructions
- Begin by preparing all your ingredients. Dice the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, combine the sweet chili sauce and soy sauce. Mix well to create a marinade for the chicken.
- Add the diced chicken to the bowl with the sauce mixture. Stir to ensure all the chicken pieces are evenly coated. Allow the chicken to marinate for about 10 minutes while you prepare the lettuce wraps.
- While the chicken is marinating, rinse the head of lettuce under cold water. Carefully separate the leaves, trying to keep them whole for wrapping. Pat them dry with a paper towel and set aside.
- Heat a large skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken along with the sauce. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and no longer pink in the center.
- As the chicken cooks, finely chop the green onions and set them aside for garnish.
- Once the chicken is cooked, remove the skillet from the heat. Allow it to cool slightly before assembling the lettuce wraps.
- To assemble the wraps, take a lettuce leaf and spoon a portion of the cooked chicken mixture onto the center of the leaf.
- Sprinkle some chopped green onions over the chicken for added flavor and crunch.
- Fold the sides of the lettuce leaf over the filling and roll it up gently to create a wrap. Repeat this process with the remaining lettuce leaves and chicken mixture.
- Serve the Sweet Fire Chicken Lettuce Wraps on a platter, garnished with any remaining green onions. Enjoy your delicious and healthy meal!
Tips
- Choose the Right Lettuce: Boston or butter lettuce works best for wraps due to their soft, pliable leaves that are easy to fold.
- Marinate for Maximum Flavor: Let the chicken sit in the sauce for at least 10 minutes to absorb all those delicious flavors.
- High Heat is Key: Cook the chicken on medium-high heat to get a nice sear and lock in the juiciness.
- Don't Overcook: Watch your chicken carefully - it should be cooked through but still tender and juicy.
- Prep Ingredients in Advance: Chop chicken and green onions beforehand to make assembly quick and easy.
- Customize Your Wrap: Add extra heat with sriracha or cool it down with a dollop of Greek yogurt.
- Make It a Meal: Serve with steamed rice or additional vegetables for a complete dining experience.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 280kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 30g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 85mg
