Description
These Honey Ginger Chicken Lettuce Cups are the perfect answer to busy nights when you want something fresh but still satisfying. Juicy chicken is cooked in a sweet-savory honey ginger sauce, then spooned into crisp lettuce cups for a fun, hands-on meal that’s ready in about 20 minutes.
Ingredients
-
1 lb ground chicken (or finely diced chicken breast or thighs)
-
1 tbsp sesame oil (or neutral oil)
-
2 cloves garlic, minced
-
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
-
1 cup shredded carrots
-
1 cup snap peas, sliced
-
2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
-
1 tbsp honey
-
1 tbsp rice vinegar
-
1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tsp water (optional, for thicker sauce)
-
Butter lettuce leaves (about 12)
-
Green onions and sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
-
Cook the Chicken
Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook, breaking it up, until fully cooked and lightly browned. -
Add Aromatics
Push chicken to one side. Add garlic and ginger to the pan and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir into the chicken. -
Add Vegetables
Stir in carrots and snap peas. Cook 2–3 minutes until tender-crisp. -
Make the Sauce
In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, and rice vinegar. Pour into the skillet and stir well. Simmer for 2 minutes. -
Thicken (Optional)
If desired, stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook until the sauce thickens, about 30 seconds. -
Serve
Spoon the warm chicken mixture into lettuce leaves. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.
Notes
-
Use fresh ginger and garlic for the best flavor.
-
Don’t overfill the lettuce cups—two small spoonfuls are perfect.
-
Double up lettuce leaves if you want sturdier cups.
-