- Calories 379
- Calories from fat 38%
- Protein 38g
- Carbohydrate 25g
- Sugar 15g
- Fiber 2g
- Fat 14g
- Sat fat 2g
- Sodium 385mg
- Cholesterol 94mg
Chicken and Cashews in Lettuce Wraps
Ngoc Minh Ngo
On the table in 20 minutes flat, these ginger- and garlic-spiced lettuce wraps make for a light but satisfying supper. High in protein and low in carbs, the dish comes together in one sauté pan. Simply cook the chicken and sprinkle the filling over Boston or Bibb lettuce leaves; the wrap, combined with water chestnuts and cashews (sprinkled on at the very last minute), provide plenty of crunch. Wondering if the kids will raise an eyebrow at the concept? Some actually love the novelty. For those who don’t, cook some rice while you prepare the chicken and serve the meal to picky eaters like a stir-fry. Double the recipe for a few lunches worth of leftovers, perfect for busy weekdays.
How to Make It
Step 1
Combine the soy sauce and honey in a small bowl. Set aside.
Step 2
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 3
Season the chicken with ½ teaspoon pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until it begins to brown, about 3 minutes.
Step 4
Lower heat to medium and stir in the garlic and ginger. Add the scallions and cook for 1 minute.
Step 5
Stir in the water chestnuts and half the soy sauce mixture. Continue cooking until the chicken is cooked through, about 4 minutes. Remove from heat and sprinkle with the cashews.
Step 6
Divide the lettuce leaves among plates and spoon the chicken over the top. Serve with the remaining soy sauce mixture for drizzling.
EVaughn
2012-09-19T06:35:36-04:00
really good. couldn't find water chestnuts here in Germany, so I used a long white radish and it gave the same effect. tasted great the next day!
MichelleP123
2011-03-06T10:09:26-05:00
Easy, fast and delicious! ...and the ingredients are simple enough I had them all on hand. My 12-year-old made it with me. This will be a staple in our household!
HannahS
2010-04-03T20:16:09-04:00
Made this tonight and YUMM-O! My husband and I really liked it. I did drain the juice before step #3. It was really tasty and a great low-carb meal.
4Martha
2009-11-14T14:51:15-05:00
Make sure you drain the juice from the cooked chicken, prior to going onto step #3.
