Pork Free Ginger-Turmeric Chicken Lettuce Cups with Apple
These vibrant lettuce cups hit every note you want in a quick, satisfying meal — warm, fragrant filling cradled in crisp romaine with a bright pop of fresh apple in every bite. Ground chicken gets cooked through and then coated in a glossy glaze of coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, and honey, so the flavor is savory-sweet without any soy or mystery ingredients to second-guess. Fresh ginger and turmeric go into the pan at just the right moment, blooming in the heat until the whole kitchen smells incredible. Shredded carrots add a little texture and color, while the diced apple stirred in off the heat keeps things juicy and slightly tart — it's a combination that genuinely surprises people in the best way. The whole thing comes together in one skillet, which makes cleanup as easy as the cooking itself. Torn mint scattered over the top right before serving adds a cool, herby finish that makes these feel restaurant-worthy. Whether you're feeding a crowd or just yourself on a weeknight, these cups are the kind of recipe you'll find yourself coming back to again and again.
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4 servings
For the filling
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 medium apple (such as fuji or honeycrisp), peeled and finely diced
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and finely shredded
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
For serving
- 8–10 large romaine lettuce leaves, washed and dried
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, torn (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, honey, and salt until combined. Set aside.
- 2
Heat the coconut oil in a large (12-inch) skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the ground chicken and cook, breaking it into small pieces with a spatula, for 5–6 minutes, until no pink remains and the meat is cooked through to 165°F (74°C) on an instant-read thermometer.
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