Make quick and delicious Chinese chicken lettuce wraps at home. Enjoy fresh veggies and bold flavors for dinner or lunch.
Why we love this copycat recipe
These asian chicken wraps are quick, weeknight-friendly and packed with fresh veggies! (ready in about 25 minutes!)
It feels light but still super satisfying (perfect for a healthy lunch!)
It’s perfect for entertaining as a main course—everyone can build their own wraps
It’s packed juicy ground chicken and big flavor in every bite
And honestly… it tastes like your favorite takeout, but fresher
Key Ingredients for these Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Ground chicken – A lean, mild protein that soaks up all the bold flavors beautifully while keeping things light. You could also substitute ground turkey
Sesame oil – Adds that unmistakable nutty, toasty depth that gives this dish its signature flavor.
Water chestnuts – For that irresistible crunch! They add texture that contrasts perfectly with the tender turkey.
Garlic – Essential for building a savory, aromatic base.
Fresh ginger – Adds warmth, brightness, and that signature aromatic “zing” that makes these wraps taste restaurant-quality. This is one of those ingredients we used constantly in culinary school to layer flavor from the very beginning.
Green onions & scallions – Add freshness and a mild bite, plus a pop of color.
Mini bell peppers – Bring sweetness and vibrant color (you know I love a colorful spread!).
Shredded carrot – Adds subtle sweetness and texture while rounding out the veggie mix.
The Sauce (Where the Magic Happens)
Water – Helps loosen the sauce so it coats everything evenly.
Soy sauce (both additions) – Brings salty umami depth and ties everything together.
Oyster sauce – Adds richness and a slightly sweet, savory complexity.
Hoisin sauce – A thick, slightly sweet sauce that gives that classic “takeout-style” flavor.
Rice wine vinegar – Brightens everything with a touch of acidity.
Sweet chili sauce – Adds a hint of sweetness with a mild kick.
Sriracha – For heat (adjust to your spice preference!)
For Serving
- Bibb lettuce or butter lettuce – Crisp, refreshing, and the perfect edible “cup.”
- Peanuts (optional) – Add crunch and a rich, nutty finish.
- Green onion (optional)
- Peanut Sauce
- Sesame seeds
- Red Pepper Flakes for a little kick
- Fresh cilantro
How to Make Chinese Chicken Lettuce Wraps
- Make the sauce:
In a small bowl, whisk together water, reduced sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, sweet chili sauce, green onions, sriracha, and hoisin. Set aside. - Cook the turkey:
Heat 2 tablespoons sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. - Add the veggies:
Add remaining sesame oil, then stir in water chestnuts, bell peppers, carrots, garlic, and scallions. Sauté for 3–5 minutes until slightly softened but still crisp. - Add the sauce:
Pour in soy sauce, oyster sauce, and rice vinegar, followed by your prepared sauce mixture. Stir well to coat everything evenly. - Serve:
Spoon the chicken filling into lettuce cups and top with reserved scallions and peanuts if desired.
Entertaining Tip
If you’re serving these for a group, turn it into a DIY lettuce wrap bar. Arrange the filling in a large bowl and surround it with lettuce leaves, chopped peanuts, extra sriracha, and even a few extra toppings like shredded cabbage or crispy wonton strips.
It instantly becomes interactive—and from a food styling perspective (yes, I can’t help myself), it looks so beautiful and abundant on the table.
Storage Instructions
Freezing: You can freeze the filling in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months—just thaw and reheat when ready to use.
Refrigerator: Store the filling in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days.
Reheating: Warm gently in a skillet or microwave before serving.
Lettuce: Store separately to keep it crisp.
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This Thai Chicken Pizza tastes just like the one at California Pizza Kitchen! A Thai-inspired pizza with a spicy peanut sauce, crunchy carrots, lots of fresh herbs that makes an easy dinner!
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Chinese Chicken Lettuce Wraps (P.F. Changs Copycat)
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Ingredients
1/2 cup water
3 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tsp sweet chili sauce
1 tablespoon chopped green onions
1 teaspoon sriracha
1 tbl hoisin
4 tablespoons sesame oil
1 pound ground turkey
1 8- ounce can water chestnuts drained and minced
2 clove garlic minced
2 scallion stalks chopped (2 tbl set aside for garnish)
3 mini bell peppers, diced
1 large carrot, shredded
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
peanuts to garnish (optional)
iceberg or butter lettuce for serving
Instructions
- In a large skillet add two tablespoons of sesame oil and brown the turkey in it on medium-high heat.
- When the turkey has browned, add in the rest of the oil and sauté the water chestnuts, bell peppers, carrots, garlic and scallions for 3-5 minutes.
- Add the soy sauce, hoisin, oyster sauce and rice vinegar and stir to coat and combine everything.
- Serve in lettuce cups and top with garnishes if desired
2 Comments
I made this recipe tonight and it was EXCELLENT!! I added a bit more heat but that’s how we roll. Thanks for another fabulous recipe!
These had great flavor! (I was hungry and too impatient to let the liquid cook off but you could probably get away with leaving out the water). Thanks for an easy, delicious recipe!