Chinese Chicken and Mushroom Lettuce Cups

Chinese Chicken and Mushroom Lettuce Cups
Chinese Chicken and Mushroom Lettuce Cups might be just the main course you are searching for. This recipe covers 16% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. This recipe serves 8. One portion of this dish contains about 14g of protein, 2g of fat, and a total of 110 calories. It is an affordable recipe for fans of Chinese food. Head to the store and pick up boston lettuce leaves, green onions, pepper, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 45 minutes. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free and dairy free diet.

Instructions

1
Heat 1 teaspoon sesame oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
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2
Add garlic, and cook for 2 minutes.
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3
Add cremini and shiitake mushrooms and chicken; cook for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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4
Add shredded cabbage, kosher salt, crushed red pepper, and water chestnuts; cook for 5 minutes or until cabbage wilts.
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5
Remove from heat, and stir in onions, oyster sauce, and soy sauce. Cool completely.
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6
Place mixture in an airtight container or heavy-duty zip-top plastic bag; freeze.
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7
Thaw chicken mixture overnight in refrigerator or microwave at MEDIUM for 10 minutes. Bring to room temperature, or microwave at HIGH until warm, if desired. Stir in cilantro. Spoon about 3 tablespoons chicken mixture into each lettuce leaf with a slotted spoon.
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DifficultyHard
Ready In45 m.
Servings8
Health Score24
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