Description
These Chicken Lettuce Cups with Lime Sesame Sauce are a quick, easy, and delicious dinner that feels like a restaurant meal but takes only 20 minutes to prepare. Packed with lean ground chicken, fresh veggies, and a tangy sesame lime sauce, this dish supports hormone balance and is perfect for a low-carb meal or served over rice. Great for meal prep and full of flavor, it’s a must-try for anyone looking for a healthy, hormone-friendly recipe!
Ingredients
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For the Sauce:
- 1/4 cup coconut aminos
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
For the Chicken:
- 1–2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 16 oz ground chicken
- 1 bag shredded cabbage and carrots (such as Trader Joe’s mix)
Toppings:
- 4 green onions, thinly sliced
- Optional: Cashews (add during the last few minutes of cooking)
To Serve:
- Lettuce cups or over rice
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos, lime juice, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, and salt. Set aside.
- Cook the Chicken Mixture:
- Heat a large, non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add the avocado oil. Sauté the onion, garlic, and red bell pepper for about 6 minutes, or until the onion is soft and translucent.
- Add the ground chicken, using a spatula to break it into smaller pieces. Cook until the chicken is browned.
- Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet and mix well.
- Add the shredded cabbage and carrot mix to the skillet. Stir to combine all the ingredients. Cover and let cook undisturbed for 5 minutes.
- Finish Cooking and Serve:
- During the last few minutes of cooking, add the cashews (if using) and toss to combine.
- Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Serve in lettuce cups or over rice, topped with green onions.