Tree Nut Free Whole30 Chicken Lettuce Cup Bites

Total time30 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time15 min

Tree Nut Free Whole30 Chicken Lettuce Cup Bites

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Ingredients

4 servings

For serving

1 head butter lettuce, leaves separated and chilled
1 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted (optional)

For the sauce

3 tbsp coconut aminos
Kikkoman Soy Sauce All-Purpose Seasoning Bottle - 10 Fl. Oz.Kikkoman Traditionally Brewed Less Sodium Soy Sauce, 10 fl oz San-J Gluten Free Tamari Soy Sauce - 10 fl oz San-J Gluten Free 28% Less Sodium Tamari Brewed Soy Sauce - Low FODMAP Certified La Choy Soy Sauce - 10 Fl Oz
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Chef's tip
Soy sauce is saltier and less sweet; start with less and adjust.
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp toasted sesame oil
1 tsp arrowroot starch
½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes

For the filling

1 tbsp avocado oil
1 lb ground chicken
4 oz shiitake mushrooms, stems removed and caps finely diced
1 can (8 oz) water chestnuts, drained and finely chopped
1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
3 scallions, green tops only, thinly sliced
½ tsp salt

Instructions

1
In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, arrowroot starch, and red pepper flakes until the starch is fully dissolved. Set aside.
2
Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the ground chicken and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, for 5–6 minutes until no pink remains and the meat is lightly browned in spots.

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