THAI CHICKEN LETTUCE CUPS

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Lettuce wraps make light, lively appetizers. These are easy to make because the slow cooker does most of the work. Just load it up and let things get cooking. When the chicken is cooked, just shred and serve. -Robin Haas, West Roxbury, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Lunch

Time 2h40m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons oyster sauce
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 cups torn basil leaves, divided
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
12 Bibb or Boston lettuce leaves
2 cups cooked long grain rice
4 green onions, chopped
Shredded carrots and thinly sliced radishes

Steps:

  • In a 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 7 ingredients. Cook, covered, on low until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165°, about 2-1/2 hours. Remove chicken; shred with 2 forks. Return to slow cooker. Stir in 1-1/2 cups basil and hoisin sauce; heat through., Serve in lettuce leaves with rice, green onions, carrots, radishes and remaining basil. Freeze option: Freeze cooled chicken mixture and juices in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 162mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

Victoria Lee
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I'm not a huge fan of lettuce cups, but these were actually really good. The chicken was flavorful and the lettuce cups were a great way to serve them.


Toya Rahman
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These lettuce cups are so versatile. You can add any toppings you like. I love adding avocado, salsa, and sour cream.


Junior Pounds
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I made these lettuce cups for my family and they loved them. They are a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Naresh Rai
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These lettuce cups are a great party appetizer. They are easy to make and they are always a crowd-pleaser.


Biyumbe Mbaruk
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I love that these lettuce cups are low in carbs. They are a great way to enjoy a healthy meal without feeling deprived.


Ripon ahmed
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These lettuce cups are a great way to use up leftover chicken. They are also a healthy and delicious meal.


Cooking Moore
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I've made these lettuce cups several times and they are always a hit. They are so easy to make and they are always delicious.


Sultan Umar
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These lettuce cups are so delicious and refreshing. I love the combination of flavors.


Chaneen Kleinbooi
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I love how easy these lettuce cups are to make. They are perfect for a quick and healthy meal.


Sandra Duncan
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These lettuce cups are amazing! The chicken is so flavorful and the lettuce cups are the perfect way to serve them. I will definitely be making these again and again.


Amahle Yaka
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I love these lettuce cups! They are so easy to make and they are always a crowd-pleaser. I usually make them with ground chicken, but I have also made them with shrimp and tofu. They are always delicious.


osinsama
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These lettuce cups were so good! I made them for lunch and they were the perfect light and refreshing meal. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the lettuce cups were a great way to add some crunch.


Sami mahmood
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I made these lettuce cups for dinner last night and they were delicious! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the lettuce cups were the perfect way to serve them. I will definitely be making these again.


Jabbar Swati
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These lettuce cups were a hit at my party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them. I will definitely be making them again.


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