Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps

🍴 Instructions:

Make the Sauce:

In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, fish sauce, hoisin sauce, peanut butter (if using), sesame oil, honey, and red pepper flakes (if using). Set aside.
Cook the Chicken:

Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the ground chicken and cook for about 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart with a spoon, until fully cooked and browned.
Add Vegetables:

Add the chopped onion, garlic, grated ginger, bell pepper, and carrots to the chicken. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the veggies soften slightly but still retain their crunch.
Combine with Sauce:

Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and vegetable mixture. Stir well to combine, making sure everything is evenly coated.
Cook for another 1-2 minutes, letting the sauce thicken slightly and infuse the filling with flavor.
Assemble the Lettuce Wraps:

Carefully separate the lettuce leaves and use them as β€œwraps.”
Spoon the chicken mixture into the center of each lettuce leaf. Garnish with chopped cilantro, green onions, and peanuts if desired. Serve with lime wedges on the side