PF Chang’s Chicken Lettuce Wraps Recipe
Try PF Chang’s Chicken Lettuce Wraps Recipe made with ground chicken, hoisin, ginger, garlic, and crunchy lettuce wraps.
Equipment
- Large skillet or sauté pan
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
- Small bowl for sauce
- Measuring spoons and cups
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 2 tablespoons neutral oil avocado or vegetable
- 2 cloves garlic finely minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1/2 cup water chestnuts finely chopped
- 3 green onions thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch optional, for thicker sauce
- Butter lettuce or iceberg lettuce leaves washed and dried
Optional add-ins:
- Red chili flakes or chili garlic sauce for heat
- Finely diced mushrooms for extra umami
- Crushed peanuts or cashews for garnish
Instructions
Step 1: Build the Flavor Base
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and ginger, stirring constantly until fragrant—about 30 seconds. Your kitchen should already smell amazing.
Step 2: Cook the Chicken
- Add the ground chicken to the pan, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until no pink remains and the edges start to brown slightly. That browning is flavor—don’t rush it.
Step 3: Make It Saucy
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and brown sugar. Pour the sauce into the skillet and stir to coat the chicken evenly.
Step 4: Add Crunch and Freshness
- Stir in the chopped water chestnuts and green onions. If you like a thicker sauce, sprinkle in cornstarch and simmer for 1–2 minutes until glossy and rich.
Step 5: Get Ready to Wrap
- Remove from heat and let the mixture rest for a minute. Spoon warm chicken into cool lettuce cups and get ready to eat immediately.