Nightshade Free Sage Chicken Lettuce Bites
These light, flavor-packed bites are the kind of appetizer or quick weeknight meal that disappears fast. Ground chicken gets cooked down with fresh sage, turmeric, ginger, and tender zucchini, then finished with a bright squeeze of lemon — all spooned into crisp butter lettuce cups for a satisfying handheld bite. Avoiding nightshades means steering clear of tomatoes, peppers, and paprika, and this filling leans hard into aromatic herbs and warm spices instead, so there's absolutely no flavor compromise here. Garlic-infused olive oil adds a savory depth without any of the usual suspects that can sneak into spice blends or store-bought sauces. The whole thing comes together in one skillet, making cleanup as easy as the cooking. A scatter of fresh flat-leaf parsley and a few lemon wedges on the side keep things fresh and vibrant right up until the last bite.
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4 servings
For the chicken filling
- 2 tbsp garlic-infused olive oil
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 tbsp fresh sage, finely chopped
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- ½ tsp sea salt
- 1 medium zucchini, finely diced
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
For serving
- 1 head butter lettuce, leaves separated
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat the garlic-infused olive oil in a large (12-inch) skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- 2
Add the diced zucchini and cook, stirring occasionally, until just softened and lightly golden at the edges, about 3–4 minutes.
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