I LOVE the lettuce wraps that they serve at P.F. Changs. They are seriously AMAZING, but also a little on the
Cashew Chicken Lettuce Wraps
fattening side for what is considered a “healthy” dish. An order of P.F. Changs chicken lettuce wraps will give you 530 calories and 24 grams of fat. An order of P.F. Change vegetarian lettuce wraps will give you a whopping 610 calories and 36 grams of fat. Which is surprising, you’d think the vegetarian version would get you less calories and fat, not MORE!
This is a great recipe that is full of veggies and very low in fat. The only fats I add to the entire recipe is 1/4 cup chopped cashews (189 calories and 15 grams of fat). The flavor in this dish comes from fresh herbs and spices. The cashews and chopped cucumber give these lettuce wraps a really nice crunch while the red pepper gives them a nice, spicy kick!
These are especially great to make when you want to have a fun and creative dinner while still watching your carbohydrate intake. This is one of my favorite Friday night dishes!
Ingredients:
1 lb. thinly sliced chicken breast cutlets
1 bag broccoli slaw
1 head butter bib lettuce
1/4 cup cashews, chopped
1/4 cup cucumber, chopped
1/4 cup green onion, chopped
4 TBSP low-sodium soy sauce
2 TBSP fresh cilantro, chopped
2 TBSP crushed red pepper (use less if you don’t want them too spicy!)
1 TBSP dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1-2 garlic cloves, chopped
Light cooking spray
Healthy, Low Carb Dinner!
Directions:
1.) Cut thinly sliced chicken breasts into small cubes. Toss in 2 TBSP of low sodium soy sauce, 2 TBSP crushed red pepper and salt & pepper to taste. Bake at 350 degrees for 15-20 minutes or until thoroughly cooked.
2.) Spray a large saucepan with light cooking spray and sautee chopped garlic and green onion for about 2 minutes.
3.) Add broccoli slaw, cook for about 5 minutes until it begins to soften. I cover it with a lid sometimes to quicken the process.
4.) Add in chicken and chopped cashews, stir until well mixed.
5.) In a small mixing bowl, combine 2 TBSP soy sauce, dijon mustard and apple cider vinegar. Wisk until completely incorporated. Pour over top of the broccoli slaw and stir until all the ingredients are coated with the sauce.
6.) Remove broccoli slaw mixture from heat and place in a large serving bowl. Top with freshly chopped cilantro and cucumber. Add salt & pepper to taste.
7.) Separate butter bib lettuce into leaves and place one on top of the other on a serving dish. Serve and ENJOY! 🙂
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