Stove-Top Tangy Mango Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
- 4 green onions, finely chopped
- 2 red chilies, thinly sliced
- 8 large lettuce leaves, rinsed and dried
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. Prepare the Ingredients:
- Dice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- In a small bowl, mix the lime juice, vegetable oil, toasted sesame oil, and salt.
2. Marinate the Chicken:
- Place the diced chicken in a bowl and pour the lime and oil mixture over it.
- Toss to coat, cover, and place in the refrigerator to marinate for at least 20 minutes.
3. Cook the Chicken:
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Add the marinated chicken pieces and cook for 8-10 minutes until the chicken is thoroughly cooked, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- Remove the chicken from heat and set aside.
4. Assemble the Wraps:
- Lay a large lettuce leaf flat and place a few spoonfuls of cooked chicken in the center.
- Top with diced mango, green onions, red chilies, and a sprinkle of cilantro.
- Fold or roll the lettuce leaf to enclose the ingredients.
5. Serve:
- Arrange the wraps on a serving platter and garnish with additional cilantro, if desired.
- Serve immediately for a fresh and tangy lunch option.
Preparation & Cooking Times
- Preparation Time:
PT20M
20 minutes
- Cooking Time:
PT10M
10 minutes
Total Time
PT30M
30 minutes
Type of Dish
Lunch
Keywords
Mango Chicken, Lettuce Wraps, Tangy Chicken, Stove-Top Recipe, Easy Lunch, Fresh Lunch, Summer Meal, Quick Chicken Recipe, Spicy Chicken Wrap, Asian-Inspired Wrap
Recipe Yield
Serves 4 adults
Calories
Total Calories: 680
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