Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps

5 from 1 vote

These Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps pack a punch with crispy chicken, juicy mango, crunchy chow mein noodles, and sesame seeds, all wrapped in fresh lettuce. Drizzle on a sweet, 5-ingredient dressing for a flavor explosion in every bite!

Prep Time15

Cook Time12

Total Time27

Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine: American, Healthy

Keyword: Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Servings: servings (12 wraps)

Author: Chelsea Lords

Cost: $10.43

Equipment

Medium bowl

Ingredients

13 ounces frozen crispy chicken strips see note 1
12 large lettuce leaves Boston or butter lettuce works best
1-1/4 cups diced ripe mango see note 2
1-1/4 cups matchstick carrots
12 tablespoons crispy chow mein noodles
Toasted sesame seeds optional
Thinly sliced green onions optional

Dressing

1/3 cup mayo I love Hellman’s or Best Foods
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1/4 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon-style mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

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Instructions

Prepare chicken strips according to package directions (I like air frying them best). Let cool to warm, then dice into small pieces.
Wash and completely dry 12 lettuce leaves.
While chicken is cooking, whisk all dressing ingredients in a bowl, then season with salt and pepper.
Fill lettuce leaves with diced chicken, mango, carrots, and 1 tablespoon chow mein noodles each. Optionally, sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions. Drizzle sauce generously over wraps and serve immediately. (Dunk the wraps in any leftover sauce—yum!)

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Notes

Note 1: Use whatever chicken tenders you like; you can even do homemade chicken strips. I use Tyson® Crispy Chicken Strips (not sponsored), which cook up in about 18 minutes or 11–12 in the air fryer. Make sure to cook them in the oven or air fryer, not the microwave. (We’re after a crispy texture!) 13 ounces is about 5 chicken tenders or 2-1/2 cups of diced chicken.

Note 2: I love honey mangoes (also known as Ataulfo or yellow mangoes) best in these wraps, but regular mangoes work great as well. (Honey mangoes are sweeter and creamier than regular mangoes.) To tell if the mangoes are ripe, gently squeeze the fruit. If it’s ripe, it will give slightly. Wait to make this salad until the mango is at peak ripeness for the best flavor and texture. Here’s a quick and helpful visual guide on how to cut a mango.

Storage: Dressed wraps don’t sit well, so if you want to have leftovers or make ahead, store everything separately. Whisk dressing again before topping lettuce wraps.

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