Paleo Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Name: Paleo Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 27 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs ground chicken; 2 butter lettuce head, leaves separated; 8 oz shiitake mushrooms, stems removed, diced; 1 can water chestnuts, drained, chopped; 4 tbsp coconut aminos; 2 tsp toasted sesame oil; 2 tbsp avocado oil; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated; 2 tsp unseasoned rice vinegar; 4 scallions, thinly sliced; 1/2 tsp kosher salt

Savory ground chicken stir-fried with mushrooms, water chestnuts, and a coconut aminos sauce, served in crisp butter lettuce cups. A lighter take on a takeout classic that's fully grain and soy free.

27 minEasyServes 4290 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs ground chicken
2 butter lettuce head, leaves separated
8 oz shiitake mushrooms, stems removed, diced
1 can water chestnuts, drained, chopped
4 tbsp coconut aminos
2 tsp toasted sesame oil
2 tbsp avocado oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
2 tsp unseasoned rice vinegar
4 scallions, thinly sliced
1/2 tsp kosher salt

Instructions

1

Stir together 4 tbsp coconut aminos, 2 tsp toasted sesame oil, and 2 tsp unseasoned rice vinegar in a small bowl; set sauce aside.
2

Heat 2 tbsp avocado oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp grated fresh ginger and stir-fry 30 seconds until fragrant.
3

Add 8 oz stems removed, diced shiitake mushrooms and cook 3 minutes until softened.
4

Add 1.5 lbs ground chicken and cook, breaking it apart, until cooked through and an instant-read thermometer reads 165°F (74°C), about 5-7 minutes.
5

Stir in 1 can drained, chopped water chestnuts and the prepared sauce. Toss over high heat for 1-2 minutes until everything is well coated and slightly caramelized. Season with 1/2 tsp kosher salt to taste.
6

Spoon the filling into 2 leaves separated butter lettuce head cups and top with 4 thinly sliced scallions. Serve immediately.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Paleo Chicken Lettuce Wraps reach?

For Paleo Chicken Lettuce Wraps, the target internal temperature is 165 F (about 75 C), given in step 4. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

What equipment do I need for Paleo Chicken Lettuce Wraps?

Beyond a knife and a board, the method uses a wok (step 2) and a probe thermometer (step 4). If you do not have one, your widest skillet over the hottest burner stands in for the wok.

Is there a substitute for rice vinegar in Paleo Chicken Lettuce Wraps?

The entry for Paleo Chicken Lettuce Wraps calls for 2 tsp unseasoned rice vinegar. In its place: Apple cider vinegar or white wine vinegar, softened with a pinch of sugar, is close. Avoid plain distilled vinegar at full strength, which is much sharper.

Can I use ground beef or pork instead of ground turkey in Paleo Chicken Lettuce Wraps?

Yes, at the same weight. Beef and pork carry more fat, so skip any oil the recipe adds for browning and drain the pan if it pools. As written, the entry for Paleo Chicken Lettuce Wraps uses 1.5 lbs ground chicken.

How much protein is in Paleo Chicken Lettuce Wraps?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 15 g of protein in about 290 calories, alongside 4 g carbohydrate and 24 g fat, plus 4 g fiber and 233 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list. More like it: the high-protein lunch collection.

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