PF Chang’s Chicken Lettuce Wraps

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Skip the takeout and dive into something even better. These PF Chang’s Chicken Lettuce Wraps are quick, flavor-packed, and surprisingly simple to whip up at home. Juicy ground chicken sautéed with garlic, green onions, and water chestnuts in a savory-sweet sauce, all tucked into cool, crisp butter lettuce leaves — it’s the kind of meal that tastes indulgent but feels refreshingly light.

They make for the perfect weeknight dinner, impressive party appetizer, or satisfying lunch. Whether you’re craving something savory, slightly sweet, with a punch of umami, or just love a good DIY wrap situation, this is a go-to dish that delivers every time.

Why You’ll Love This PF Chang’s Chicken Lettuce Wraps Recipe

These wraps are endlessly craveable. The sauce is a beautiful balance of soy, hoisin, garlic, and sesame oil with just a touch of heat. The contrast of warm chicken and chilled lettuce hits that texture sweet spot, and the whole thing comes together in under 30 minutes. Plus, it’s naturally low-carb and gluten-free friendly with simple swaps.

What Lettuce is Best for Lettuce Wraps?

Butter lettuce is our top pick because of its cup-like shape and tender, mildly sweet leaves. It holds up well to the warm filling without tearing easily. If you can’t find butter lettuce, romaine hearts or even iceberg lettuce can work as substitutes. Just look for large, sturdy leaves with good crunch.

Ingredients for the PF Chang’s Chicken Lettuce Wraps

This recipe uses fresh, bold ingredients that bring big flavor in just a few steps. Here’s what you need to bring these restaurant favorites to life:

• Ground Chicken: The juicy, lean base of the filling that absorbs the sauce perfectly.
• Garlic: Freshly minced for a punch of aromatic flavor.
• Green Onions: Adds sharpness and brightness to the dish.
• Water Chestnuts: Key for that signature crunch.
• Soy Sauce: The salty backbone of the sauce (use gluten-free if needed).
• Hoisin Sauce: Brings sweetness, depth, and sticky richness.
• Rice Vinegar: Adds a hint of tang and brightness.
• Sesame Oil: For nutty aroma and authentic Asian flavor.
• Ginger: Fresh or ground, it brings warmth and slight spiciness.
• Red Pepper Flakes: Optional, for a bit of heat.
• Butter Lettuce: The perfect crunchy yet tender wrap.

How To Make the PF Chang’s Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Step 1: Cook the Chicken

Heat a drizzle of sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground chicken, breaking it up as it cooks. Stir occasionally until it’s no longer pink.

Step 2: Add Aromatics and Crunch

Stir in garlic, ginger, and the white parts of the green onions. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, then toss in the chopped water chestnuts.

Step 3: Mix the Sauce

In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Pour it over the chicken mixture and stir well, letting everything simmer together for a few minutes.

Step 4: Assemble and Serve

Spoon the hot chicken mixture into butter lettuce leaves, sprinkle with the green tops of your onions, and serve immediately while warm and juicy.

How to Serve and Store PF Chang’s Lettuce Wraps

These wraps are best served right after cooking while the filling is still hot and the lettuce crisp. If you’re hosting, lay out the filling in a bowl alongside a plate of separated lettuce leaves so guests can build their own.

This recipe feeds about 4 people as a main, or up to 6 as an appetizer. Store leftover filling in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in a skillet or microwave, and always use fresh lettuce for wrapping.

What to Serve With PF Chang’s Lettuce Wraps?

Easy Chicken Fried Rice

Pair your wraps with this quick and satisfying Easy Chicken Fried Rice to turn it into a full dinner spread.

Crispy Chinese Egg Rolls

Crisp on the outside, savory inside — these Easy Chinese Egg Rolls are an irresistible side.

Creamy Garlic Sausage Alfredo Rigatoni

Craving something creamy and rich to contrast the light wraps? Try the Garlic Sausage Alfredo Rigatoni.

Steamed Dumplings or Gyoza

A steamer basket of dumplings is always welcome on the side of lettuce wraps.

Spicy Cucumber Salad

For a cool and tangy pairing, a sesame cucumber salad adds crunch and brightness.

Miso Soup

This warming, umami-packed soup is great as a light starter.

Edamame with Sea Salt

Simple, salty, and satisfying to snack on between bites.

Want More Asian-Inspired Dinner Ideas?

If you love these PF Chang’s Chicken Lettuce Wraps, you’ll want to try these flavorful favorites too:

• Easy Chicken Fried Rice for a takeout classic at home.
• Crispy and Delicious Easy Chinese Egg Rolls to serve on the side.
• Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi Lasagna for a fusion comfort dish.
• Spicy Cabbage with Shrimp & Sausage for a hearty skillet dinner.
• Skirt Steak Rice Bowls with Chimichurri if you’re craving bold and beefy.

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Conclusion

PF Chang’s Chicken Lettuce Wraps are a true crowd-pleaser. They combine everything you love about takeout in a homemade, healthier, and fresher version. With just the right crunch, tang, and savory depth, they might just become your new weeknight staple. Whether you’re hosting or meal-prepping, these wraps are a win every time.

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