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Crispy Copycat PF Changs Lettuce Wraps Recipe with Water Chestnuts Easy and Best

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A quick and easy copycat recipe of PF Chang’s famous lettuce wraps featuring ground chicken, crunchy water chestnuts, and a savory sauce, perfect for a light yet indulgent meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground chicken (93% lean preferred)
  • 1 cup water chestnuts, finely chopped (about 130 g)
  • 3–4 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 head butter lettuce or iceberg lettuce, leaves separated and washed
  • Optional: red pepper flakes or Sriracha for heat

Instructions

  1. Prepare the lettuce: Gently peel off the lettuce leaves, rinse under cold water, and pat dry with paper towels. Set aside on a plate lined with a kitchen towel to absorb any extra moisture. (5 minutes)
  2. Mix the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil until smooth. Set aside. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. (3 minutes)
  3. Chop ingredients: Finely chop water chestnuts and green onions; mince garlic and grate ginger. (5 minutes)
  4. Cook the chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and ginger, stirring quickly until fragrant but not browned (about 30 seconds). Add ground chicken, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes. (8 minutes)
  5. Add crunch & sauce: Stir in chopped water chestnuts and green onions, then pour in the sauce mixture. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, letting everything meld and thicken slightly. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. (4 minutes)
  6. Assemble the wraps: Spoon a generous amount of the chicken mixture into each lettuce leaf. Drizzle with Sriracha or sprinkle red pepper flakes if desired. Serve immediately to keep lettuce crisp. (5 minutes)

Notes

Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure chicken browns properly. Finely chop water chestnuts for consistent crunch. Cook garlic and ginger just until fragrant to avoid bitterness. Prepare lettuce and sauce while cooking chicken to save time. For extra crunch, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds or crushed peanuts on top before serving. Store filling separately from lettuce to prevent sogginess. Reheat filling gently.

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Keywords: lettuce wraps, PF Changs copycat, ground chicken, water chestnuts, quick dinner, gluten-free option, easy recipe, savory wraps

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