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Chicken and Pine Nuts Lettuce Wrap

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Yields12 Servings
DifficultyIntermediatePrep Time45 minsCook Time15 minsTotal Time1 hr
 2 lbs Ground Chicken Breast
 1 Small Onion (finely chopped)
 1 Red Bell Pepper (finely chopped)
 1 can Water Chestnut (finely chopped)
 2 tbsp Pine Nuts
 2 tbsp Avocado Oil or Cooking Spray
 Lettuce Leaves (bibb or butter lettuce, other varieties can be used)
For the sauce
 1 1-inch Ginger Piece (grated)
 1 tbsp Light Brown Sugar
 4 tbsp Low Sodium Soy Sauce
 4 tbsp Hoisin Sauce
 2 tbsp Rice Vinger
 1 tsp Ground Black Pepper
 ½ tsp Garlic Powder
 3 tbsp Sesame Seed Oil
1

In a medium, non-stick skillet, on medium heat, add 2 tablespoons of oil or coat pan with cooking spray. 

2

Saute the onions until translucent. 

3

Add the ground chicken and cook until it is nicely separated and the water runs clear. 

4

Combine the above listed ingredients of the sauce and add to pan. Mix and stir frequently until the sauce thickens. 

5

Add the bell pepper and water chestnut to the mix and cook for additional 3-4 minutes. 

6

Make sure that all the liquid has evaporated before removing the pan from the stove. 

7

Severe 1-2 tablespoon of chicken on each lettuce piece, sprinkle with pine nuts and enjoy! 

Chef's Tip:

  1. Use lean ground chicken to reduce the fat and calorie content
  2. Chicken can be prepared in airfryer 



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Nutrition Facts

12 servings

Serving size

141 g (5 oz)


Amount per serving
Calories200
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13g17%
Saturated Fat 2.8g14%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 65mg22%
Sodium 331mg15%
Total Carbohydrate 7g3%
Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 15g

Calcium 22mg2%
Iron 1mg6%
Potassium 540mg12%
Vitamin D 0mcg0%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

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  1. Remove any visible skin off the chicken breast to reduce the fat and calorie content.
  2. Use cooking spray for more even pan cooking.
  3. If using an airfryer, cook each side for 7 minutes at 350 degrees. 
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