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Crispy PF Changs Lettuce Wraps Recipe Easy Savory Ground Chicken Filling

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy lettuce wraps filled with savory ground chicken, flavored with garlic, ginger, and a balanced sweet and salty sauce. Perfect for a light, flavorful meal or entertaining guests.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground chicken (450 g)
  • 1 large head iceberg lettuce
  • 1/2 cup chopped water chestnuts
  • 3–4 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium recommended)
  • 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil or canola oil
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Carefully separate the iceberg lettuce leaves, rinse under cold water, and pat dry thoroughly with paper towels or a clean kitchen towel. Set aside.
  2. Finely chop the water chestnuts, slice the green onions thinly, mince the garlic, and grate the ginger.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Add 1 pound (450 g) of ground chicken to the skillet. Break it apart with a spatula, stirring frequently, and cook for 6-8 minutes until no longer pink and starting to brown.
  5. Stir in chopped water chestnuts and green onions; cook for another 2 minutes.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, and a pinch of red pepper flakes if using. Pour over the chicken mixture and stir well to coat everything evenly. Cook for 2 more minutes to meld flavors.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with black pepper or a little extra soy sauce if needed. Turn off heat and transfer the filling to a serving dish.
  8. Spoon a generous amount of the savory ground chicken filling into each crisp iceberg lettuce leaf. Wrap it up and enjoy immediately.

Notes

Dry lettuce leaves thoroughly to prevent sogginess. Toast water chestnuts briefly for extra crunch. Adjust hoisin sauce gradually to avoid overpowering sweetness. Keep filling warm in a low oven if prepping ahead. Do not overfill wraps to keep them manageable. Drain excess liquid if filling is too wet.

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