Anti Inflammatory Harissa-Orange Chicken Lettuce Rolls
Bright, bold, and genuinely satisfying, these lettuce rolls pack serious flavor into every crisp, handheld bite. Ground chicken gets cooked down with harissa paste, fresh orange juice and zest, cumin, turmeric, and ginger — a spice lineup that reads like a greatest hits of anti-inflammatory cooking. Turmeric and ginger in particular are workhorses here, and they're woven right into the sauce rather than feeling like an afterthought. The creamy tahini drizzle, made with olive oil and more fresh orange juice, ties everything together with a nutty, citrusy finish that you'll want to put on everything. Butter lettuce cups keep things light and grain-free, while shredded carrots, cucumber matchsticks, fresh mint, and cilantro add crunch and color in every layer. The whole thing comes together in one skillet and a single mixing bowl, making it an easy weeknight win that serves four without any fuss. Squeeze an orange wedge over the top right before eating and you'll wonder why you ever bothered with takeout.
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4 servings
For the chicken
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp harissa paste
- 1 tsp orange zest
- 2 tbsp fresh orange juice
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp salt
For the tahini drizzle
- 3 tbsp tahini
- 2 tbsp fresh orange juice
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp water, plus more to thin
- ¼ tsp salt
For the rolls
- 1 head butter lettuce, leaves separated
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced into matchsticks
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves
For serving
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds, dry-roasted (optional)
- orange wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Make the tahini drizzle: whisk together the tahini, 2 tbsp orange juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp water, and 1/4 tsp salt in a small bowl until smooth and pourable. Add water 1 tsp at a time if needed to reach a consistency that drizzles easily. Set aside.
- 2
Arrange the butter lettuce cups on a large platter or individual plates. Set out the shredded carrots, cucumber matchsticks, mint, and cilantro in small bowls alongside.
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