CASHEW CHICKEN LETTUCE WRAPS

5 from 7 votes

CASHEW CHICKEN LETTUCE WRAPS

prep time:

 

15 MINS

 

cook time:

 

8 MINS

 

total time:

 

23 MINS

 

author: AS EASY AS APPLE PIE

 

course: MAIN DISH

 

servings:8

Cashew Chicken Lettuce Wraps - perfect for lunch, dinner, or even as a tasty appetizer. Each wrap has only 165 calories!

INGREDIENTS

• 1 pound (450 grams) boneless, skinless chicken breastscut into bite seized pieces
• 4 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 4 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil or olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic minced or grated
• 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• 1 teaspoon chili paste
• 1/3 cup (50 grams) raw cashews
• 8 Boston lettuce leaves
• Toppings (optional): thinly-sliced basil, sesame seeds

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Place the chicken in a zip lock bag with the oyster sauce, soy sauce and chili paste.
2. Let the chicken marinate for 10 minutes.
3. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and cook for 30 seconds or until fragrant.
4. Increase the heat to medium high, add the chicken and the remaining oil, and stir-fry until cooked through, about 5 minutes.
5. Once the chicken is cooked, add the cashews and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
6. Spoon the mixture into the individual lettuce leaves, top with basil and sesame seeds and serve.
7. Enjoy!

SOURCE:https://aseasyasapplepie.com/cashew-chicken-lettuce-wraps/

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