3.18.2014

cashew chicken lettuce wraps


The perfect balance of fresh, sweet + tangy flavors, these lettuce wraps are sure to satisfy you for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The buttery cashews on top of the warm, tender chicken add a delightful crunch and with every bite you are convinced you could eat lettuce wraps for the rest of your life (okay, so that's just me).

I N G R E D I E N T S
For sauce:
2 TBSP soy sauce (we use liquid aminos)
1 TBSP rice wine vinegar 
1 TBSP brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon sesame oil

For filling:
1 chicken breast per person (boneless, skinless, free range organic)
1 head of butter lettuce, rinsed and leaves separated 
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup cashews, chopped
S + P to taste

Optional Garnishes: Sliced green onion + extra cashews

D I R E C T I O N S
1. Mix all sauce ingredients in glass bowl, being sure to dissolve brown sugar completely; set aside
2. Heat olive oil in pan/dutch oven over medium-high heat; brown chicken on both sides, cooking through; remove from heat and set aside; slice into thin pieces
3. Cook onion and garlic in olive oil after chicken is removed; once translucent, add chicken back into pan and stir together
4. Add sauce and coat thoroughly; sauté mixture for a few minutes and turn heat to low
5. Add cashews and mix in
6. Fill lettuce cups with filling, add garnishes & enjoy!

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