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Spicy Pineapple Chicken Lettuce Wraps: 4 Irresistible Bites


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 25
  • Yield: 4 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

Delicious and healthy spicy pineapple chicken wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves for a perfect bite-sized meal.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
  • 1 head of butter or romaine lettuce, leaves separated
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add the ground chicken, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in diced pineapple, soy sauce, sriracha, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the pineapple is heated through.
  5. Remove from heat and mix in chopped green onions.
  6. To serve, spoon the spicy chicken mixture into the lettuce leaves and enjoy!

Notes

  • Feel free to adjust the spiciness by adding more or less sriracha.
  • For added crunch, you can include chopped nuts like cashews or peanuts.
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 15
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 5
  • Fat: 15
  • Carbohydrates: 20
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 25

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