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P.F. Chang's Copycat Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Recreate the iconic P.F. Chang's Chicken Lettuce Wraps at home with this easy recipe. Perfect for appetizers or a light meal, these wraps are bursting with flavor and ready in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger freshly grated
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce low-sodium preferred
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sambal oelek optional, for heat
  • 1 can water chestnuts 8 oz, drained and finely chopped
  • 1 head butter lettuce leaves separated
  • 1/4 cup peanuts chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground chicken and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Trust me, this step adds a depth of flavor you won't want to miss.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, oyster sauce, and sambal oelek if using. Pour this mixture over the chicken and stir to combine. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to meld the flavors.
  4. Stir in the chopped water chestnuts and green onions, cooking for another 2 minutes. The water chestnuts add a delightful crunch that's key to the P.F. Chang's experience.
  5. Spoon the chicken mixture into the lettuce leaves, garnish with chopped peanuts, and serve immediately. Now comes the fun part—enjoying these delicious wraps!

Notes

Chef's Tips:
• For a vegetarian version, substitute ground chicken with crumbled tofu or mushrooms.
• Avoid overcooking the chicken to maintain a moist texture.
• Serve with additional hoisin sauce on the side for dipping.
Food Safety:
• Ensure ground chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F
• Store leftovers in the refrigerator within 2 hours of cooking