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Orange Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Orange Chicken Lettuce Wraps

With these Orange Chicken Lettuce Wraps, your kitchen will be filled with fresh citrus aromas, leading to a dish that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 46 (8–10 wraps) 1x

Ingredients

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Orange Sauce Ingredients:

2/3 cup orange juice (not from concentrate)

3 tablespoons honey

3 tablespoons soy sauce

2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar

1 tablespoon cornstarch

1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

1/2 teaspoon sesame oil

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

(Optional) 1–2 teaspoons sriracha

Orange Chicken Lettuce Wraps Ingredients:

1 batch orange sauce (see above)

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cooked and finely chopped (about 2.5 cups cooked)

1 large navel orange, peeled and diced

1 (8-ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and chopped

1/4 cup thinly-sliced green onions

810 Bibb lettuce leaves

Optional Toppings:

Slivered almonds

Toasted sesame seeds

Extra green onions

Instructions

  • Prepare the Orange Sauce: In a skillet, whisk orange juice, honey, soy sauce, vinegar, cornstarch, ginger, sesame oil, and garlic powder. Add sriracha if desired.

  • Simmer the Sauce: Heat over medium-high until it simmers. Stir occasionally for 1 minute until the sauce thickens.

  • Mix the Filling: Add cooked chicken, diced orange, water chestnuts, and green onions to the sauce. Stir well. Cook for 1–2 minutes until everything is heated through.

  • Assemble the Wraps: Place lettuce leaves on a serving platter. Spoon the chicken mixture into each leaf.

  • Add Toppings: Garnish with almonds, sesame seeds, or extra green onions.

  • Serve Immediately: Enjoy while the lettuce is crisp and the filling is warm.

  • Author: Sanji
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes