Cashew Chicken Lettuce Wraps that are better-than-take-out and made from scratch in less than 30 minutes! Grilled chicken smothered in the tastiest general-tso’s inspired sauce with crunchy cashews, spooned into a crisp green lettuce cup.
We had a very BUSY weekend — swimming, BBQ’s with friends, errands, and a blown-out tire. I’m in need of an easy, stress-free dinner tonight and these lettuce wraps are at the top of my list!
They are not only incredibly easy, they are packed with sooo much flavor. I find myself making “yummy” noises with every bite. Does anyone else do that? My husband makes fun of me, but it’s totally subconscious. When I love what I’m eating it’s hard to keep quiet! hahaha.
Cashew Chicken Lettuce Wraps start with chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces and sauteed over medium heat. Add a simple asian sauce that thickens right in the pan with the chicken. Stir-in some cashews at the end, and spoon everything into a lettuce cup.
What is the best lettuce to use for lettuce wraps?
You can use any type of green leafy lettuce for lettuce wraps, but popular types of lettuce include Boston bib lettuce and romaine hearts. The great thing about lettuce wraps is that they are easily modifiable when it comes to the filling and the wrapping. Cabbage leaves would also be a yummy substitute.
I often make these as a main dish, served with fresh fruit (or even a side of fried rice as well, if you want a “heartier” meal). You could also serve them as an appetizer.
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Delicious, easy and bursting with flavor--there's so much to love about these Cashew Chicken Lettuce Wraps! Serve them as a main dish or appetizer.
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into small pieces
- salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 Tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
- 1 Tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 Tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 cloves garlic , minced
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil or substitute canola oil
- 1 - 2 teaspoons Sriracha hot sauces to taste
- 3/4 cup unsalted cashews
- 1 head green leafy lettuce (romaine, bib, or butter)
- 5 green onions , chopped, divided
- Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl stir together the chicken stock, soy sauce, ginger, hoisin sauce, vinegar, and cornstarch.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper and add to hot skillet. Cook, flipping once, until cooked through, about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Reduce heat to low, add the sauce from the bowl and continue to cook, stirring, until thickened. Add sriracha hot sauce, to taste. Stir in cashews and most of the green onion, reserving a big handful for garnish at the end.
- Serve in cold lettuce cups. Top with remaining chopped green onions if desired.
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Connie says
We love your recipes and follow you on Instagram. Could you include the calories? We are recording them each day
Lauren Allen says
Thank you so much! I am in the process of adding a nutritional label to each of my recipes 🙂
Tameka says
Is it 400 calories for one lettuce wrap
Megan says
Hello! This recipe is absolutely delicious!!!! Do you happen to know how many carbs/sugars/fiber/protein is in one serving?
Macy Alexa Gruber says
Just made these for dinner with roasted broccoli and brown rice. So delicious and easy! Thanks for a yummy, healthy and easy dinner.
Lauren Allen says
Thanks for sharing-I’m so happy you liked them! Love what you served them with.
Michelle Cairl says
How many lettuce cups equals one serving?
Lauren Allen says
It really depends on the size of your lettuce and how much filling you add, but about 3 lettuce cups.
Jenny says
Will it make a huge difference if I leave out the hoisin sauce?
Brittany says
Jenny, did you try leaving out the hoisin sauce? I’m wanting to make this but don’t like using bottled sauces with a bunch of ingredients, wondering if I can sub garlic, sugar, etc for the hoisin.
Julie says
So quick, easy and delicious!
Angela says
Just made this for dinner and served with rice and veggies. Was excellent and the whole family enjoyed it. Thanks for the recipe!
Lauren Allen says
Thanks for sharing Angela! I’m so happy everyone liked it.
Melissa Stebbins says
Wow! Amazing! I’ve always been scared to attempt Chinese food at home, but this recipe was easy and turned out better than I could have hoped.
Lauren Allen says
Thanks Melissa! I have some really great asian inspired recipes on here, so I hope you get to find a few more! So happy you liked the lettuce wraps 🙂
Theresa says
This is yummy goodness😊 Thank you for sharing this recipe
Tracey Chang says
Can i use ground chicken instead. Hopefully you can get back to me soon cause I would like to make this on Friday for my guest . Thank you do much and I love your recipes
Lauren Allen says
Sure, ground chicken would work great 🙂 Hope everyone loves them
Irene Quinn says
Can you freeze this or how long will it keep in the fridge, would need to make in advance for a party
Thanks
Irene
Lauren Allen says
Hi Irene,
You could freeze the filling without the cashews. I would reheat the filling and mix the cashews in before serving!
alana says
made a few tweaks .. added cilantro and and bed of rice.. also some onion bell pepper and raw shredded carrot amazing! thank you 🙂 boyfriend and our friends loved it
Sara Khan says
I was stunned at how gorgeous these turned out!!! I made them on steamed pak choi and they were delicious!