Chinese Chicken Lettuce Wraps Recipe

Name: Chinese Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 head iceberg lettuce; 130 g egg noodles, Chinese style (or chow mein noodles); 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 chicken breasts, chopped into bite sized pieces; 1 teaspoon garlic, minced; 1/2 yellow onion, finely chopped; 1/4 yellow pepper, finely chopped; 1/4 red pepper, finely chopped; 250 g sliced water chestnuts, slivered; 2 cups shiitake mushrooms, slivered, matchstick (or crimini); 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1/2 teaspoon brown sugar; 5 tablespoons hoisin sauce, use more if desired; 1 tablespoon chili sauce, adjust to taste; 2 scallions, slivered; 1 teaspoon coriander or 1 teaspoon cilantro; 1/4 cup peanuts, kettle cooked is best (crushed or whole)

Servings: persons

1 head iceberg lettuce
130 g egg noodles, Chinese style (or chow mein noodles)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 chicken breasts, chopped into bite sized pieces
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1/2 yellow onion, finely chopped
1/4 yellow pepper, finely chopped
1/4 red pepper, finely chopped
250 g sliced water chestnuts, slivered
2 cups shiitake mushrooms, slivered, matchstick (or crimini)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon brown sugar
5 tablespoons hoisin sauce, use more if desired
1 tablespoon chili sauce, adjust to taste
2 scallions, slivered
1 teaspoon coriander or 1 teaspoon cilantro
1/4 cup peanuts, kettle cooked is best (crushed or whole)

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["Unwrap lettuce into ""cups"" and wash thoroughly.", "Heat vegetable oil in a wok, on medium high heat, and after a minute, add noodles. You will want to separate them with your fingers as you add so that the noodles are not clumpy. Cook for 5 to 10 minutes depending on the level of crispiness desired.", "Prepare (chop) your chicken and vegetables as you wait.", "Once the noodles are done, remove and set aside.", "If desired, pour 1 tsp of oil in the same wok before you saute the garlic. Do this for about 30 seconds. Garlic can burn quickly so do not leave it too long.", "Add chicken, stir fry until no longer pink.", "Add onion, peppers, chestnuts, and mushrooms. Fry for about a minute.", "While waiting for the vegetables to saute, combine soy sauce and sugar. Mix with a spoon until the sugar is dissolved.", "Add the soy sauce mixture to the pan. Fry for about 2 minutes.", "Add the hoisin sauce and chili paste.", "Add the scallions, coriander and peanuts.", "Serve over the noodles that were set aside. To assemble, spoon chicken and noodle mixture into lettuce cup. Wrap and enjoy :).", "If desired, shrimp can be substituted for chicken. Note on hoisin sauce: because hoisin is a prominent flavour in this recipe, different types of sauces may alter the taste. Try to find a simple hoisin sauce by looking at the ingredients. I tend to stay away from additional vinegars or spices, but ultimately the choice is up to you."]

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 head iceberg lettuce, 130 g egg noodles, Chinese style (or chow mein noodles), 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 2 chicken breasts, chopped into bite sized pieces, and more.

Yes, Chinese Chicken Lettuce Wraps falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chinese Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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