Potsticker-Inspired Chicken Lettuce Boats (Print Version)

Juicy ginger chicken with crispy edges tucked into fresh lettuce cups

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken Filling

01 - 1 pound ground chicken
02 - 1 cup finely shredded Napa cabbage
03 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
06 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
07 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
08 - 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
09 - 1 teaspoon Sriracha or chili garlic sauce, optional
10 - 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper

→ For Crispy Edges

11 - 2 tablespoons neutral oil such as canola or avocado

→ Assembly

12 - 12 large butter lettuce or Bibb lettuce leaves, washed and dried
13 - 1 small carrot, julienned
14 - 1/4 cup shredded purple cabbage
15 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

→ Dipping Sauce

16 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
17 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
18 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
19 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
20 - 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes, optional

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, shredded Napa cabbage, green onions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, Sriracha if using, and white pepper until evenly mixed.
02 - Heat neutral oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken mixture in an even layer and allow to cook undisturbed for 3 to 4 minutes to develop crispy caramelized edges.
03 - Stir and continue cooking, breaking up the chicken, until fully cooked and golden brown in spots, approximately 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate and remove from heat.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, and chili flakes until combined.
05 - Spoon chicken filling into each lettuce leaf. Top with julienned carrot, shredded purple cabbage, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
06 - Arrange lettuce boats on serving plates and serve immediately with dipping sauce on the side.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • All the flavors of traditional potstickers in a light, low-carb format.
  • Juicy chicken filling with perfectly caramelized, crispy edges.
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes.
  • Naturally dairy-free with easy gluten-free substitutions.
02 -
  • Ensure your lettuce leaves are completely dry before assembly to maintain their structure.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan; cooking in batches helps achieve those sought-after crispy edges.
  • The dipping sauce can be prepared up to 24 hours in advance and stored in the fridge.
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