Chinese Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Source: cooksillustrated.com

For a Girls’ Night In, Katie Lee offers up a yummy recipes that ensure you don’t spend the whole evening in the kitchen. Catch up with girls at home and have a guaranteed good time, with this menu made almost as easy, you surely wont need to reach for the phone and dial for delivery. Try Chinese Chicken Lettuce Wraps, This finger food is as fun to eat as it is delicious. Just put out the garnishes, and let everyone assemble their own. A one of a kind yummy recipe that are perfect for Cosmo girls.

1 packet stir-fry seasoning powder
1/4 c. water
2 T soy sauce
2 T fresh lime juice
1 t. sugar
1 T canola oil
1 lb. ground chicken breast
1 red bell pepper, diced
1/4 c. water chestnuts, diced
2 T scallions, thinly sliced
Pinch red chili-pepper flakes
1 head of romaine lettuce
Garnishes: bean sprouts, chopped mint, cilantro, peanuts
In a small bowl, combine seasoning, water, soy sauce, lime juice, and sugar. Set aside. Heat canola oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken, using a wooden spoon to break up the meat. Cook until browned, about 10 minutes. Add red bell pepper, water chestnuts, scallions, and red chili-pepper flakes, and cook 5 minutes. Stir in reserved seasoning mix. Cook until liquid evaporates, about 2 to 3 minutes. Garnish with herbs, sprouts, and peanuts.

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