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Flavorful Sticky Honey Sesame Chicken Lettuce Wraps

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These lettuce wraps feature tender chicken coated in a sticky honey sesame sauce, served in crisp lettuce leaves for a quick, healthy, and flavorful meal perfect for busy nights or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, finely chopped or ground
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 1 head butter lettuce or iceberg lettuce, washed and separated
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken by finely chopping or pulsing in a food processor until coarsely ground (about 5 minutes).
  2. Make the sauce by whisking together honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger until smooth (about 3 minutes). Adjust sweetness or acidity to taste.
  3. Heat a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of neutral oil (canola or avocado).
  4. Add the chicken and cook, stirring frequently, until cooked through and starting to brown, about 6-8 minutes. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
  5. Pour the sauce over the chicken, reduce heat to medium-low, and stir continuously to coat evenly. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens to a sticky glaze. Add a splash of water if too thick.
  6. While the chicken simmers, separate and wash the lettuce leaves, then pat dry with paper towels (about 5 minutes).
  7. Assemble the wraps by spooning a generous amount of sticky chicken onto each lettuce leaf. Garnish with sliced green onions, toasted sesame seeds, and chili flakes if desired.
  8. Serve immediately while the chicken is warm and lettuce is crisp.

Notes

To speed up preparation, chop chicken and mix sauce ahead of time. Keep pan hot enough for caramelization but avoid burning the sauce by simmering on medium-low heat. Toast sesame seeds before garnishing for extra flavor. For thicker sauce, mix 1 teaspoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon water and stir in during simmering. Use tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free or paleo versions. Add chili flakes or sriracha for spice. Store chicken and lettuce separately to avoid sogginess.

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