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Crispy Copycat PF Changs Chicken Lettuce Wraps Recipe Easy and Perfect for Dinner

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy chicken lettuce wraps inspired by PF Chang’s, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This dish balances crispy, savory chicken with fresh, crunchy lettuce and a flavorful sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb lean ground chicken (or ground turkey or finely chopped chicken breast)
  • 1 head iceberg or butter lettuce leaves
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger
  • 3 green onions, sliced (separate white and green parts)
  • ½ cup finely chopped water chestnuts
  • ⅓ cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred, or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sriracha or chili garlic sauce (optional)
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • ¼ cup crushed peanuts or cashews (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the lettuce: Gently separate the leaves from the head and rinse under cold water. Pat dry with paper towels or a clean kitchen towel. Set aside. (Approx. 5 minutes)
  2. Mix the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, sriracha (if using), and sesame oil. Taste and adjust sweetness or heat to your liking. (Approx. 3 minutes)
  3. Chop aromatics and crunchy bits: Mince garlic and ginger finely. Slice green onions thinly (separate white and green parts). Finely chop water chestnuts for crunch. (Approx. 7 minutes)
  4. Cook the chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground chicken and break it up with a spatula. Cook until it starts to brown and crisp up, about 6-8 minutes. Stir occasionally but let it sit undisturbed for a minute or two to get that crispy texture. (Approx. 8 minutes)
  5. Add aromatics and crunch: Stir in garlic, ginger, and the white parts of the green onions. Cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant. Add chopped water chestnuts and toss to combine. (Approx. 3 minutes)
  6. Pour in the sauce: Drizzle the sauce over the chicken mixture. Stir well to coat and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and clings to the chicken. (Approx. 3 minutes)
  7. Final touches: Remove from heat and sprinkle the green parts of the green onions on top. Give a gentle stir.
  8. Serve: Arrange lettuce leaves on a platter. Spoon the crispy chicken mixture into the leaves and top with crushed peanuts or cashews if desired. (Approx. 2 minutes)

Notes

If the chicken mixture is too wet, add a small pinch of cornstarch mixed with a teaspoon of water before adding the sauce to help it thicken. Let the chicken brown without stirring too often to get a crispy texture. Use butter lettuce or iceberg for best results. Serve immediately to keep lettuce crisp. Store chicken filling separately from lettuce and reheat gently in a skillet to maintain crispiness.

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