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Easy Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps

These Easy Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps are so simple to put together and make such a delicious and healthy lunch or dinner. These wraps are so easy to adapt and can be topped with your favorite veggies.

Gather all Ingredients

To get started, you’ll need the following ingredients:

  • Chicken.
  • Bell peppers are low in calories and are loaded with good nutrition. Pepper Power: Nutrition and Other Benefits.
  • Butter lettuce is a variety of green lettuce that also goes by Bibb lettuce, and is closely related to Boston lettuce. Health Benefits of Lettuce.
  • Green onions
  • Peanut Dressing: soy sauce, creamy peanut butter, honey, rice vinegar, Sriracha, and garlic powder.
Ingredients

How to make this Recipe:

  1. Whisk peanut dressing and add chicken

    In a small bowl, whisk all peanut dressing ingredients until smooth. Next, add shredded chicken and diced bell pepper.  Toss to coat.

  2. Assemble wraps

    Serve chicken mixture in a lettuce wrap. Finally, top with green onions for garnish. Store chicken and lettuce separately between servings.

Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps: Frequently Asked Questions

Can I serve Chicken Lettuce Wraps as a main course?

Yes, Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps can be a satisfying main course. Serve them with rice or noodles for a more substantial meal.

What other ingredients can be added to the chicken mixture?

Water chestnuts, mushrooms or shredded carrots are common additions to add crunch and flavor to the chicken mixture.

Can I make Chicken Lettuce Wraps ahead of time?

While it’s best to assemble the wraps just before serving to prevent the lettuce from wilting, you can prepare the chicken mixture and sauce in advance for a quicker assembly when ready to eat.

What type of lettuce is best for wraps?

Butter lettuce, iceberg lettuce, or romaine lettuce leaves are commonly used for Lettuce Wraps. They provide a sturdy yet pliable base for holding the chicken mixture.

Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps

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Easy Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps

These Easy Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps are bursting with bold flavor and are also very simple to put together. They can be enjoyed as a main dish or served as an appetizer.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Main Course, Salad
Cuisine Asian
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cooked chicken (shredded)
  • ¼ cup red bell pepper (finely diced)
  • 1 head Butter lettuce (or Romaine)
  • Garnish: green onions (finely chopped)

Peanut Dressing

  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • ¼ teaspoon rice vinegar
  • teaspoon Sriracha (or to taste)
  • teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl, whisk all peanut dressing ingredients until smooth. Add shredded chicken and diced bell pepper.  Toss to coat.
  • Serve chicken mixture in a lettuce wrap. Top with green onions for garnish. 
  • Store chicken and lettuce separately between servings.
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Thai Peanut Zucchini Noodles

Thai Peanut Zucchini Noodles

Thai Peanut Zucchini Noodles are easy and healthy with veggie noodles in mouthwatering Thai peanut sauce.

Gather all Ingredients

To get started, you’ll need the following ingredients:

  • Zucchini is packed with many important vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. It has a high fiber content and a low calorie count. Health Benefits of Zucchini.
  • Carrots contain many nutrients, including beta carotene and antioxidants, that may support your overall health as part of a nutrient-rich diet. How Nutritious Are Carrots?
  • Cilantro contains high levels of nutrients, antioxidants, and antifungal properties.
  • Unsalted dry roasted peanuts.
  • Thai Zucchini Sauce: creamy peanut butter, low sodium soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, fresh ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes.
Ingredients
Zucchini

How to make this Thai Peanut Zucchini Noodles Recipe:

  1. Cook zucchini noodles and carrots

    In a small mixing bowl, add in all sauce ingredients and whisk until smooth. Taste and adjust, if needed. Set aside. Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium high heat. Once skillet is hot, add zucchini noodles and carrots. Cook until water releases and zucchini are just cooked (tender but still crisp). Stir regularly.

  2. Add the sauce and garnish

    Add the sauce and toss noodles and carrots in sauce until evenly coated. Cook for another 1 – 2 minutes, stir regularly. Garnish with cilantro and peanuts before serving.

Thai Peanut Zucchini Noodles: Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make Thai Peanut Zucchini Noodles ahead of time?

While zucchini noodles are best when freshly prepared, you can spiralize the zucchini and make the peanut sauce in advance. Combine them just before serving to maintain the noodles’ crispness.

What can I add to Thai Peanut Zucchini Noodles for extra protein?

Add grilled chicken, tofu, shrimp, or edamame to increase the protein content of the dish. These additions complement the flavors of the peanut sauce.

Can I use other vegetables in addition to zucchini?

Absolutely! You can add a variety of vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, or broccoli to enhance the color and nutritional profile of the dish.

Thai Peanut Zucchini Noodles

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Thai Peanut Zucchini Noodles

Thai Peanut Zucchini Noodles make a perfect light meal. This recipe is fresh, delicious and very easy to prepare.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 3 medium zucchini (spiralized)
  • 2 carrots (thinly sliced)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted dry roasted peanuts

Thai Zucchini Sauce

  • ¼ cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 ½ tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • Red pepper flakes (to taste)

Instructions
 

  • In a small mixing bowl, add in all sauce ingredients and whisk until smooth. Taste and adjust, if needed. Set aside.
  • Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium high heat. Once skillet is hot, add zucchini noodles and carrots. Cook until water releases and zucchini are just cooked (tender but still crisp). Stir regularly.
  • Add the sauce and toss noodles and carrots in sauce until evenly coated. Cook for another 1 – 2 minutes, stir regularly. Garnish with cilantro and peanuts before serving.
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Double Chocolate Brownies

Double Chocolate Brownies

These Double Chocolate Brownies are so quick and delicious. They are fudgy, decadent, and healthy.

Gather all Ingredients

To get started, you’ll need the following ingredients:

  • Dry ingredients: cacao powder, old fashioned rolled oats, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  • Wet ingredients: creamy peanut, pure maple syrup, unsweetened applesauce, egg, and pure vanilla extract.
  • Zucchini is packed with many important vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. It has a high fiber content and a low calorie count. Health Benefits of Zucchini.
  • Dark chocolate chips. Because it’s generally high in cocoa solids, dark chocolate is rich in minerals and protective plant compounds that may benefit health in several ways: Health Benefits of Dark Chocolate.
Ingredients

How to make this Double Chocolate Brownies Recipe:

  1. Prepare and preheat

    First, preheat the oven to 350 F and line a 8×8 pan with parchment paper. Set aside. Pulse oats in blender or food processor until finely ground (oats are measured before blending).

  2. Mix wet ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine peanut butter, applesauce, egg, maple syrup and vanilla. Mix until smooth. Add shredded zucchini and mix until combined.

  3. Mix all ingredients

    Next, in a separate bowl, combine dry ingredients: cacao powder, ground oats, baking soda, baking powder and sea salt. Whisk until well combined. Add dry ingredients into wet, mix just until combined (do not over mix). Stir in half of the chocolate chips.

  4. Pour batter into a pan

    Pour batter into your prepared baking pan and sprinkle remaining chips on top.

  5. Bake

    Bake for 30-35 minutes until the brownies are puffed up and fluffy. Remove, let cool for about 30 minutes, slice, and serve.

Double Chocolate Brownies: Frequently Asked Questions

Can I add nuts to Double Chocolate Brownies?

Absolutely! Chopped nuts, such as walnuts or pecans, are a popular addition to Double Chocolate Brownies for added texture and flavor.

What can I serve with Double Chocolate Brownies?

Brownies are delicious on their own, but you can serve them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, a dollop of whipped cream, or a drizzle of chocolate sauce. They’re also great with a cup of coffee or a glass of milk.

Can you taste the zucchini in the brownies?

No, you can’t taste the zucchini. The zucchini mainly adds moisture and a fudgy texture without altering the chocolatey flavor.

Do I need to peel the zucchini before adding it to the brownies?

It’s not necessary to peel the zucchini for this recipe. Simply wash and grate the zucchini. Peel adds nutrients.

Double Chocolate Brownies

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Double Chocolate Brownies

These Double Chocolate Brownies are rich, moist, healthy, and extremely satisfying. Zucchini is the secret ingredient!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 9

Ingredients
  

  • cup creamy peanut
  • cup pure maple syrup
  • ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 large egg (room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ½ cup cacao powder
  • ½ cup old fashioned rolled oats
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ cups finely shredded zucchini (with skin) (about 2 small zucchinis)
  • ½ cup dark chocolate chips

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350 F and line a 8×8 pan with parchment paper. Set aside.
  • Pulse oats in blender or food processor until finely ground (oats are measured before blending).
  • In a large bowl, combine peanut butter, applesauce, egg, maple syrup and vanilla. Mix until smooth. Add shredded zucchini and mix until combined.
  • In a separate bowl, combine dry ingredients: cacao powder, ground oats, baking soda, baking powder and sea salt. Whisk until well combined.
  • Add dry ingredients into wet, mix just until combined (do not over mix). Stir in half of the chocolate chips.
  • Pour batter into your prepared baking pan and sprinkle remaining chips on top.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes until the brownies are puffed up and fluffy. Remove, let cool for about 30 minutes, slice, and serve.
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