Easy Chicken Basil Lettuce Wraps

[jjsuh]

Looking for a healthy dish that's easy to make? I'm sharing here a simple recipe on how to make Chicken Basil Lettuce Wraps that's definitely a great dish to share to your partner, family, or friends!

Ingredients:​

• 1/2 lb (about 225g) ground chicken
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 small bell pepper (any color), diced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 teaspoon fish sauce (optional)
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 head of lettuce (such as butter lettuce or iceberg), leaves separated
• Optional toppings: sliced green onions, chopped peanuts, chili flakes

Instructions:​

1. Cook the Chicken Mixture:
   • Heat vegetable oil in a skillet or pan over medium heat.
   • Add minced garlic and chopped onion to the skillet. Sauté until fragrant and onions are translucent, about 2 minutes.
   • Add ground chicken to the skillet. Break it apart with a spatula and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
   • Stir in diced bell pepper and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until softened.
2. Season the Chicken Mixture:
   • Pour soy sauce, oyster sauce, and fish sauce (if using) over the cooked chicken mixture.
   • Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over the mixture.
   • Stir well to combine and allow the flavors to meld together, about 1-2 minutes.
   • Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
3. Add Fresh Basil:
   • Once the chicken mixture is cooked and seasoned to your liking, turn off the heat.
   • Stir in the chopped fresh basil leaves until they are wilted and evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
4. Assemble the Lettuce Wraps:
   • Arrange the lettuce leaves on a serving platter or individual plates.
   • Spoon a portion of the chicken basil mixture onto each lettuce leaf.
5. Serve:
   • Garnish the lettuce wraps with optional toppings such as sliced green onions, chopped peanuts, or chili flakes, if desired.
   • Serve immediately and enjoy!

These Chicken Basil Lettuce Wraps make for a flavorful and satisfying meal. Feel free to customize the recipe by adding other vegetables or your favorite sauces for extra flavor.

 

[avodahking]

I'm a huge fan of lettuce wraps, and these Chicken Basil Lettuce Wraps look like a fantastic twist on the classic dish! The combination of ground chicken, fresh basil, and savory sauces sounds absolutely mouthwatering, and I love that they're served in lettuce leaves for a lighter and healthier option. I can't wait to whip up a batch of these for a quick and satisfying meal – thanks for sharing such a fantastic recipe!

 

[cb100397]

These chicken basil lettuce wraps were a huge hit at our dinner table! So quick and easy to make, yet bursting with flavor. The combination of tender chicken, fragrant basil, and crunchy lettuce leaves was simply irresistible. Thanks for sharing this fantastic recipe!