Description
Thai Peanut Chicken Lettuce Boats offer a delightful blend of nutty peanut sauce, juicy chicken, and crisp lettuce, making them a perfect dish for any gathering. These delicious wraps are not only visually appealing but also packed with bold flavors that will transport you to vibrant Thai street markets. Ideal for summer picnics or cozy dinners, prepare to enjoy every savory bite while creating unforgettable memories with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 8 large romaine lettuce leaves
- 1/2 cup creamy or chunky unsweetened peanut butter
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tsp sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- Dice chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté the chicken until golden brown and cooked through (5-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and green onions to the skillet; stir until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Incorporate diced red bell pepper and cook until slightly softened (2-3 minutes).
- In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, and sriracha until smooth.
- Spoon the chicken mixture into romaine lettuce leaves and drizzle with additional peanut sauce if desired.
- Serve with lime wedges on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 lettuce boats (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 75mg