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    PF Chang’s Chicken Lettuce Wraps

    Published: Jan 6, 2025 by Kristin · This post may contain affiliate links. · 2 Comments

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    Looking for a delicious and healthy meal or appetizer option? Try out this recipe for copycat PF Chang’s Chicken Lettuce Wraps! Using ground chicken, water chestnuts, and a homemade hoisin sauce, this lettuce wrap recipe makes the perfect lunch, dinner, or appetizer!

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    I don’t know about you, but I love a good copycat recipe! One that has all the same flavor of the restaurant, but made easily in the convenience of your own home! When I first set out to make a copycat version, I was determined, but had MANY fails! Once I tweaked a little here and a little there, it was pure perfection and now, I think these may just be BETTER than the original! If you love copycat recipes, also try my Panera Bread Chicken and Wild Rice Soup, Taco Bell Crunchwrap Supremes, and Starbucks Banana Bread recipe!

    a low carb appetizer or meal option that copycats the restaurant favorite PF Chang.

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    • Why You’ll Love this recipe for PF Chang’s Chicken Lettuce Wraps
    • What are P.F. Changs Lettuce Wraps
    • Ingredients needed to make PF Chang’s Chicken Lettuce Wraps
    • How to make PF Chang’s Copycat Lettuce Wraps
    • Recipe Tips and Tricks
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • More Copycat Recipes You’ll Love
    • Copycat PF Changs Chicken Lettuce Wraps

    Why You’ll Love this recipe for PF Chang’s Chicken Lettuce Wraps

    • Fast and Easy to Make– this lettuce wraps recipe only takes about 15 minutes to prepare!
    • Healthy– low carb, yet PACKED with flavor, who knew eating healthy could be just as delicious?
    • Can easily be increased to fit larger crowds– this recipe can easily be doubled or tripled if making for a party or gathering.
    • Budget friendly– using simple ingredients, this wrap recipe can be made for a fraction of the price when ordering at the restaurant.
    • Reheats and freezes perfectly– once cooked, you can store in the fridge or freezer for meal prep, or enjoy leftovers and they are just as tasty.

    a low carb appetizer or quick meal made with lettuce, chicken, and Hoisin sauce.

    What are P.F. Changs Lettuce Wraps

    This dish originates from the restaurant favorite that is made using minced chicken, iceberg lettuce, crispy rice sticks, garlic, scallion, and sesame oil. The restaurant offers a gluten-free option and can also be customized to fit your tastes. This copycat version is also customizable, so be sure to read below to see what you can change up to fit your desired tastes.

    lettuce leaves with chicken filling and Asian inspired sauce.

    Ingredients needed to make PF Chang’s Chicken Lettuce Wraps

    Below is a brief summary of each ingredient needed, as well as some substitution options. To see printable recipe card with exact amounts, scroll below.

    • Olive Oil– you can also use avocado oil if preferred.
    • Ground Chicken– this is a great budget friendly meat, however, if you prefer, you can also use ground turkey, ground pork, or ground beef.
    • Garlic– fresh minced garlic is best, but jarred or powdered can be substituted.
    • Onion– I love using a white onion, however, you can also use yellow or sweet onions.
    • Hoisin Sauce– any brand works, I tend to buy store brand since its a bit cheaper. This sauce adds a sweet, tangy, and savory addition to the chicken filling.
    • Soy Sauce– try to use low sodium if you can to cut down on the salt.
    • Rice Wine Vinegar– rice vinegar and rice wine vinegar are the same, feel free to use whichever you have on hand.
    • Ginger– this adds tons to the flavor, freshly grated is preferred, but if you can’t find it, 1 teaspoon ground ginger works too.
    • Sriracha Sauce– optional, but this gives the chicken a bit of a spicy kick. Chili garlic paste or chili garlic sauce works too for some heat.
    • Water Chestnuts– you’ll want to use whole water chestnuts that have been drained and diced. This adds a slight crunch once combined.
    • Green Onions– chopped, this is optional, but adds a great amount to the flavor.
    • Salt/ Ground Black Pepper– season to taste. I love using freshly ground black pepper to enhance the flavor of the chicken as it cooks.
    • Lettuce– butter lettuce is my go to as it holds up really nice and I like the texture/flavor, however, iceberg lettuce, Boston leaf lettuce, or Romaine lettuce are great options too.

    all the ingredients needed to make PF Chang's Chicken Lettuce Wraps.

    How to make PF Chang’s Copycat Lettuce Wraps

    1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat or you can use a Wok.
    2. Add ground chicken and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Be sure to crumble the meat as it cooks and drain fat afterwards.
    3. Add in the garlic, diced onion, Hoisin sauce, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, ginger, and Sriracha (if using). Cook for about 2-3 minutes.
    4. Stir in the chestnuts and green onions until tender and season with desired amount of salt/pepper.
    5. Remove from heat and serve. *Spoon desired amount of the chicken mixture into the center of a lettuce leaf.

    step by step on how to make copycat PF Chang's chicken lettuce wraps.

    Recipe Tips and Tricks

    • Add some additional crunch by garnishing with peanuts or crispy rice noodles just before serving.
    • This recipe makes the best meal prep. You can prepare up to 4 days in advance and simply reheat in the microwave when ready to assemble in the lettuce pieces.
    • Feel free to add in some mushrooms to add additional veggies.
    • If you can’t find ground chicken and don’t want to use turkey or beef, finely diced chicken breasts or thighs work great too. These substitutions are just as delicious.
    • Be careful not to add too much filling to each lettuce wrap as you don’t want them to fall apart.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How spicy are these lettuce wraps?

    If you aren’t a fan of spice, you can omit the Sriracha to make them mild. I would say the recipe as written is a medium heat.

    What lettuce is best for these easy chicken lettuce wraps?

    I prefer using butter lettuce, however, I have several friends and family that prefer using iceberg lettuce due to the crispness. Either way, you can’t go wrong!

    How do I best store these wraps?

    Once cooled, store the chicken filling in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 6 days. If you want to freeze the filling, place in a freezer safe container up to 3 months. You can reheat in the microwave or using the stove-top.

    What are some options to serve with these PF Chang’s Lettuce Wraps?

    We love serving these wraps with any and everything, however, our go to options are:

    • Chicken Fried Rice
    • Honey Sesame Baked Chicken
    • Egg Rolls
    • Instant Pot Chicken Lo Mein
    • Asian Ramen Coleslaw
    • Sheet Pan Beef and Broccoli

    a white serving tray of Asian inspired PF Chang's lettuce wraps ready to enjoy.

    More Copycat Recipes You’ll Love

    • Chick Fil A Chicken Tortilla Soup– a copycat recipe you don’t want to pass up. Now, you can enjoy a bowl of the restaurant’s famous soup right at home!
    • Little Debbie Zebra Cakes– fluffy yellow cake layers filled with creamy buttercream filling and coated in a chocolate glaze – the perfect sweet treat for any occasion!
    • Starbucks Carrot Cake– a moist and fluffy spiced cake with an incredible cream cheese frosting, what’s not to love?
    • Taco Bell Mexican Pizza– skip the drive-thru and make this Copycat Taco Bell Mexican Pizza right at home! Crunchy, full of flavor, and a quick dinner the whole family will enjoy!
    • Cheesecake Factory Cajun Jambalaya Pasta– enjoy the spicy and flavorful combination of chicken, shrimp, and vegetables in a creamy sauce over pasta. Ready to serve in under 20 minutes, this pasta recipe is bound to be a favorite with the entire family!

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    Copycat PF Changs Chicken Lettuce Wraps

    Recipe by: Kristin
    Satisfy your craving for PF Chang's Chicken Lettuce Wraps with this easy copycat recipe. Packed with flavor and healthy ingredients, these wraps are perfect for a quick and delicious meal.
    4.25 from 4 votes
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 10 minutes mins
    Total Time 15 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer, Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6
    Calories 202 kcal

    Equipment

    • Sriracha Sauce
    • Wok
    • Cast Iron Skillet
    • Garlic Press

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 lb ground chicken
    • 4 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 onion, diced
    • ¼ cup hoisin sauce
    • 2 tablespoon soy sauce
    • 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
    • 1 tablespoon ginger, freshly grated preferred
    • 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce, optional
    • 8 oz whole water chestnuts, drained/diced
    • 2 green onions, sliced
    • salt/pepper to taste
    • 1 head lettuce

    Instructions
     

    • Heat olive oil in skillet or Wok over medium heat.
    • Add ground chicken and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Be sure to crumble the meat as it cooks and drain fat afterwards.
    • Add in the garlic, diced onion, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, ginger, and Sriracha (if using). Cook for about 2-3 minutes.
    • Stir in the chestnuts and green onions until tender and season with desired amount of salt/pepper.
    • Remove from heat and serve. *Spoon desired amount into the center of a lettuce leaf.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 202kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 16gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 637mgPotassium: 646mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 496IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 38mgIron: 2mg
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    1. Nancy says

      March 12, 2020 at 6:55 pm

      5 stars
      Made these lettuce wraps tonight for our dinner. The only change I made was to use much less sriracha sauce than recommended and I used ground white turkey vs. chicken. While this dish doesn’t taste much like P F Chang’s version, it was really tasty. Next time I might add some chopped peanuts to the mix. Will be making these wraps again.

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      • Kristin says

        March 13, 2020 at 7:33 am

        Glad to hear you enjoyed them and great idea on using turkey!!

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