These Sweet Chili Chicken Lettuce Cups are a delightful appetizer featuring bite-sized chicken pieces tossed in sweet chili sauce, served in mini lettuce cup ‘boats’. They are easy to prepare and perfect for gatherings or a light meal.
This recipe combines tender chicken with a flavorful sauce, making it a crowd-pleaser. You can customize the toppings to include your favorite ingredients for added freshness and crunch.
Easy Sweet Chili Chicken Lettuce Cups
This dish features succulent chicken pieces coated in a sweet and tangy chili sauce, all served in crisp lettuce leaves. The recipe takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon minced ginger
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 head of butter or romaine lettuce, leaves separated
- Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: In a bowl, combine diced chicken, sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger. Toss to coat evenly.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in the diced bell peppers and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until they are tender.
- Assemble the Cups: Spoon the chicken mixture into the lettuce leaves, creating little ‘boats’.
- Garnish: Top with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 220kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
