Best 4 Chicken Lettuce Wraps Rachael Ray Recipes

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**Chicken Lettuce Wraps: A Flavorful and Healthy Meal**

Craving a flavorful and healthy dinner option? Look no further than chicken lettuce wraps. This versatile dish combines the savory flavors of chicken, crunchy vegetables, and a tangy sauce, all wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves. With minimal preparation and cooking time, you can have a satisfying meal on the table in no time.

This article features a collection of chicken lettuce wrap recipes to suit various tastes and preferences. From Rachael Ray's classic chicken lettuce wraps with a creamy peanut sauce to a spicy Szechuan-inspired version, there's a recipe for everyone.

Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a healthier alternative to traditional tacos, chicken lettuce wraps are sure to hit the spot. Dive into the recipes and discover the perfect combination of flavors and textures to satisfy your taste buds.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

RACHAEL RAY'S CHINESE CHICKEN LETTUCE WRAPS



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Make and share this Rachael Ray's Chinese Chicken Lettuce Wraps recipe from Food.com.

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Categories     Healthy

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups fresh shiitake mushrooms
1 1/2 lbs chicken tenders
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1 teaspoon coarse black pepper
4 garlic cloves, chopped
1 tablespoon gingerroot, peeled and finely chopped
1 orange
1/2 red bell pepper, diced
1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and chopped
3 scallions, chopped
3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
1/2 head iceberg lettuce, core removed, quartered
1 head boston lettuce, leaves separated

Steps:

  • Remove the tough stems from the mushrooms and brush with a damp towel to clean; slice mushrooms. Chop chicken into small pieces.
  • Preheat large skillet to high.
  • Add oil to hot pan. add chicken and sear for two minutes. Add mushrooms and cook for another minute. Season with salt and pepper, then add garlic and ginger. Cook for a minute more.
  • Grate orange zest into the pan, add bell pepper, water chestnuts, and scallions. Cook for another minute, continuing to stir-fry the mixture.
  • Add hoisin sauce and toss to coat. Transfer to serving platter and pile the iceberg wedges along the edge.
  • To eat, pile spoonfuls into Boston lettuce leaves and squeeze an orange wedge over. Wrap up and eat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 421.6, Fat 12.2, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 109.3, Sodium 995.5, Carbohydrate 39.4, Fiber 6.5, Sugar 14.5, Protein 40.6

SHRIMP OR CHICKEN LETTUCE WRAPS WITH CREAMY CAESAR DRESSING



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This recipe requires no cooking and is served cold, so it makes a perfect picnic in the hot summer months as well!

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 hearts romaine lettuce
1 pound jumbo fully cooked shrimp, from the seafood counter in market
1 rotisserie chicken, available in many markets
4 heaping tablespoons reduced fat mayonnaise
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 lemon, zested and juiced
2 tablespoons anchovy paste, optional (But it tastes better with it in. If you think you don't like anchovies, try them in this sauce. They just taste salty and yummy!)
1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, a few handfuls
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon coarse black pepper, eyeball the amount in the palm of your hand: 1 teaspoon is equal to about 1/3 of a palm full
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, pour to the count of 4

Steps:

  • Cut bottoms off the romaine and cut the heads in half lengthwise. Wash lettuce and separate the leaves. Let it dry in the dish draining rack while you prepare the rest of the menu.
  • Remove the tails from the shrimp and place the shrimp in a bowl or, pack for travel, if this is a picnic meal.
  • To remove the chicken meat from the chicken, cut the chicken breasts off first. Cut the legs and thighs off using kitchen scissors to help you. Slice the meat up on an angle. Arrange on a plate or in a plastic container.
  • Place mayonnaise, garlic, lemon, anchovy paste, cheese, Worcestershire and pepper into the blender and turn it on. Stream the extra-virgin olive oil into the dressing through center of the lid. When the oil is combined, remove the thick dressing with a spatula to a bowl or a portable plastic container.
  • Place lettuce on a serving platter or pack in large plastic bag or container to travel.
  • To assemble, spread dressing onto a lettuce leaf. Fill leaf with a large shrimp or sliced cold chicken, like a lettuce taco, and eat!
  • To pack for picnic, take the romaine hearts in plastic food storage bags. Pack the shrimp and cut chicken in separate bags and pack dressing in small plastic container.

BARBECUED CHINESE CHICKEN LETTUCE WRAPS



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups, 4 handfuls, fresh shiitake mushrooms
1 1/3 to 1 1/2 pounds thin cut chicken breast or chicken tenders
2 tablespoons light colored oil, such as vegetable oil or peanut oil
Coarse salt and coarse black pepper
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 inch ginger root, finely chopped or grated, optional
1 orange, zested
1/2 red bell pepper, diced small
1 small tin, 6 to 8 ounces, sliced water chestnuts, drained and chopped
3 scallions, chopped
3 tablespoons hoisin, Chinese barbecue sauce, available on Asian foods aisle of market
1/2 large head iceberg lettuce, core removed, head quartered
Wedges of navel orange -- platter garnish

Steps:

  • Remove tough stems from mushrooms and brush with damp towel to clean, Slice mushrooms. Chop chicken into small pieces.
  • Preheat a large skillet or wok to high.
  • Add oil to hot pan. Add chicken to the pan and sear meat by stir frying a minute or 2. Add mushrooms and cook another minute or two. Add salt and pepper to season, then garlic and ginger. Cook a minute more. Grate zest into pan, add bell pepper bits, chopped water chestnuts and scallions. Cook another minute, continuing to stir fry mixture. Add hoisin Chinese barbecue sauce and toss to coat the mixture evenly. Transfer the hot chopped barbecued chicken to serving platter and pile the quartered wedges of crisp iceberg lettuce along side. Add wedged oranges to platter to garnish. To eat, pile spoonfuls into lettuce leaves, wrapping lettuce around fillings and squeeze an orange wedge over.

THAI GLAZED CHICKEN LETTUCE WRAPS



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound thin cut chicken breast meat, available packaged in meat case of market
Grill seasoning (recommended: Montreal Seasoning by McCormick)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 2 turns of the pan
2 tablespoons minced ginger root
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 large red bell pepper, seeded and very thinly sliced
1 cup packaged shredded cabbage and carrot mix
3 scallions, chopped on an angle
1/2 cup plum sauce
2 cups basil leaves, loosely packed
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1/2 head iceberg lettuce, cut into half again
1/2 seedless cucumber, chopped

Steps:

  • Thinly slice the chicken into strips and sprinkle with grill seasoning.
  • Heat a large skillet to screaming hot. Add vegetable oil, then chicken. Cook chicken 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add the ginger, garlic, peppers, cabbage and carrot mix and scallions and stir-fry another 2 minutes. Add plum sauce to glaze the mixture, toss 1 minute, then add basil and wilt leaves. Add fish sauce and turn to coat. Transfer cooked chicken and vegetables to a bowl. Place spoonfuls of chicken into a piece of lettuce with cucumber and fold lettuce over to eat, like small tacos.

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked chicken or tofu.
  • For a vegetarian version, omit the chicken and add more vegetables.
  • Feel free to adjust the amount of hoisin sauce and Sriracha to taste.
  • For a more flavorful wrap, use Boston or bibb lettuce.
  • Serve the wraps with your favorite dipping sauce, such as soy sauce, sweet and sour sauce, or duck sauce.

Conclusion:

Chicken lettuce wraps are a healthy and delicious meal that can be prepared in just 30 minutes. They're perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a fun party appetizer. The wraps are filled with flavorful chicken, crunchy vegetables, and a tangy hoisin sauce. They're also low in calories and fat, making them a great option for those who are watching their weight. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious meal, give chicken lettuce wraps a try.

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