Name: Yard House Chicken Lettuce Wraps Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 lb ground chicken (you may use turkey, which is a good alternative, but chicken adds the right flavor); 1 tbsp sesame oil; 2 cloves garlic (minced); 1 tbsp fresh ginger (grated); 1 small onion (finely diced); 1 cup finely chopped mushrooms.; 1 cup shredded carrots; 1 red bell pepper (finely diced); 3 tbsp soy sauce; 2 tbsp hoisin sauce; 1 tbsp rice vinegar; 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar; 1 tsp sriracha (not essential, but to give it a kick); 1 head butter lettuce or iceberg lettuce (leaves parted.); Garnish with Green onions and sesame seeds.; Add-ons: Water chestnuts chopped to add a crunch or a bit of lime juice to add brightness (or peanuts to top it off.)

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Introduction

Alright, so here is what I want to say: I am in love and hate with cravings in restaurants. You see how it is–you go out, you order something to blow your mind, and all of a sudden, it’s all you can think about. That is what has occurred to me in the case of the Yard House Chicken Lettuce Wraps recipe. I used to have them, and bang–I was addicted.

Crispy, fresh lettuce cups. Juicy, savory chicken. A drizzle of a mixture of sweet, tangy, and the right amount of spicy sauce. I was already in a plotting mode that night when I left the restaurant, as to how I could recreate this in my kitchen. And of it let me tell you–it was worth it.

Today, I am taking you through the procedure of creating your own recipe of Yard House Chicken Lettuce Wraps in your kitchen. It is simple, fast, and will have you asking yourself why you ever paid restaurant prices at all.

Take a cup of coffee (or perhaps pour yourself a glass of wine–it is that type of recipe story), and we will talk about one of my all-time favorites.

What is Yard House Chicken Lettuce Wraps Recipe?

It is in its most basic form, a mere combination of ground chicken sautéed with garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and a taste of sweetness, and then placed by the spoon into the crisp butter lettuce cups. It resembles tacos, except it is lighter, fresher, and with an Asian-inspired punch.

The balance is the outstanding feature of the Yard House Chicken Lettuce Wraps recipe. You have tender chicken, crispy vegetables, and a sauce that brings it all together without getting heavy. They are satisfying and yet not overkill, which is why I never feel that I cannot have three (or, okay, five).

It is the type of food that can serve as an appetizer, light dinner, or good old-fashioned party spread. And honestly? It causes you to appear as though you have your life together in the kitchen- even when you tossed it all together in less than 30 minutes.

The history of my finding this.

This is the scenario: I was on an outing with friends at Yard House, and somebody ordered lettuce wraps to be served at the table. To be perfectly honest, I was not listening at all, as I was gawking at their pizza menu.

But when that dish landed on the table, it was prettier than anything in the room. The bright leaves of lettuce and the hot skillet of chicken and small bowls of sauces were all treasures lined up.

I got a single bite and forgot the pizza. It was sweet and salty, airy and good. The sounds were insane–the crunch of lettuce with the hot, juicy chicken. I promise I did not even allow the other people at the table to get the second round.

This was the night I developed an obsession to make the recipe of the Yard House Chicken Lettuce Wraps at home. I tried and experimented until I had the right mix, and now it is a standard in my home.

Equipment List

No special gadgets or restaurant-only tools are required (you do not need a fancy one here). Just a few basics:

A big skillet or wok (nonstick is best).
A wooden spoon or spatula
Sharp knife and cutting board.
Mixing bowls
Measuring spoons and cups
A serving dish (since presentation is important with lettuce wraps!

Ingredients

The following are the ingredients you will require to prepare this copycat Yard House Chicken Lettuce Wraps recipe:

1 lb ground chicken (you may use turkey, which is a good alternative, but chicken adds the right flavor)
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
1 small onion, finely diced
1 cup finely chopped mushrooms.
1 cup shredded carrots
1 red bell pepper, finely diced
3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp hoisin sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
1 tsp sriracha (not essential, but to give it a kick)
1 head butter lettuce or iceberg lettuce, leaves parted.
Garnish with Green onions and sesame seeds.
Add-ons: Water chestnuts chopped to add a crunch or a bit of lime juice to add brightness, or peanuts to top it off.

Yard House Chicken Lettuce Wraps Directions.

Step 1

Cook the chicken. Add heat to your skillet on medium-high heat using sesame oil. Now add the ground chicken and cook until it is browned, chopping it up in the process.

Step 2

Add aromatics. Add in the ginger, onion, and garlic. Sauté that until it smells good–it must smell good.

Step 3

Mix in veggies. Add the mushrooms, carrots, and bell pepper. Bake until soft and not squashy.

Step 4

Make the sauce. Whisk in a small bowl soy sauce, hoisin, rice vinegar, honey, and sriracha. Add this to the chicken and veggies and mix it until it covers them.

Step 5

Simmer. Allow the mixture to reduce 3-4 minutes to allow the flavours to mingle.

Step 6

Assemble. Pour the chicken mixture into lettuce leaves and top it with green onions and sesame seeds, and serve immediately. That is it–done in less than 30 minutes!

Success Mysteries (Little Secrets You Should Know)

These are my proven tips on how to make the Yard House Chicken Lettuce Wraps recipe perfect each and every time:

Chop small. The smaller your vegetables, the better the texture. Consider taking small bites rather than big bites.
Don’t skip sesame oil. It is what gives it a nutty, deep taste. Olive oil will not do the same.
Use butter lettuce if you can. It is softer and cups well, and does not crack like the iceberg does at times.
Taste as you go. All of us have slightly different amounts of soy and hoisin- find your own preference.
Serve fast. Wraps made of lettuce do not procrastinate! The lettuce may get wilted, so put it and eat it immediately.

Final Thoughts

When you are in the mood to eat restaurant flavors, but you also wish to stay at home and cook, then you can refer to this Yard House Chicken Lettuce Wraps recipe. It is simple, quick, and completely versatile to whatever vegetables you have hanging around.

The best part? You do not have to wait a night out in Yard House before you can quench the craving. It will be in your weeknight rotation after you have made it once.

Pull out some lettuce, a pound of ground chicken, and prepare to amaze yourself (and most likely anyone who happens into your kitchen). The reason is that there are occasions when you can have the best meals at home.