With crisp lettuce cups and a filling of tender chicken, fresh vegetables and delectable sauce, it’s no wonder P.F. Chang’s lettuce wraps have been a mainstay on the menu since the restaurant opened its doors in 1993. Today, we’re bringing this top-selling appetizer into home kitchens with a spot-on recipe for copycat P.F. Chang’s lettuce wraps.
It’s downright delicious (like these other homemade takeout recipes).
Copycat P.F. Chang’s Lettuce Wraps
This recipe yields 6 servings, about 2 lettuce wraps per person.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon plus 1-1/2 teaspoons peanut oil, divided
- 1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 3/4 cup chopped fresh mushrooms
- 1 can (8 ounces) water chestnuts, drained and diced
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium teriyaki sauce
- 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup julienne green onions
- 12 Bibb or Boston lettuce leaves
Directions
Step 1: Cook the chicken
Warm 1 tablespoon of peanut oil in a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. When the oil shimmers, add the chicken. Cook, occasionally stirring, for 3 minutes. Drain.
Step 2: Add vegetables
To the skillet, add the mushrooms, water chestnuts and ginger. Continue to cook until the chicken is fully cooked and the mushrooms are tender, about 4-6 minutes. Drain off any excess liquid and set the mixture aside.
Step 3: Mix the sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, garlic powder, red pepper flakes and the remaining 1-1/2 teaspoons of peanut oil.
Add the green onions and sauce to the chicken mixture and stir to combine.
Editor’s Tip: Want your sauce spicier or sweeter? Feel free to customize. Add a dash of spicy Chinese mustard, Sriracha or chili garlic sauce for some extra heat. If you like things sweeter, add a bit of honey or brown sugar.
Step 4: Assemble the lettuce wraps
To serve, spoon the chicken mixture onto the lettuce leaves. For easy eating, fold the sides of lettuce leaves over the filling and roll them up slightly like a taco. This will help ensure none of the tasty filling falls out onto your plate!
What to Serve with Copycat P.F. Chang’s Lettuce Wraps
While we’ve been known to order P.F. Chang’s lettuce wraps as an entree, they’re intended to be a shareable appetizer. Pair this copycat P.F. Chang’s lettuce wraps recipe with a stir-fry recipe, homemade egg rolls or a vat of homemade egg drop soup. You can also keep the copycat theme going with this homemade P.F. Chang’s Mongolian Beef or copycat Panda Express Orange Chicken.
Tips for Making P.F. Chang’s Lettuce Wraps
Can I use a different kind of lettuce?
Sure! If you can’t find Bibb or Boston lettuce leaves, swap for another lettuce variety. Iceberg or romaine would both be usable substitutes in this recipe.
Can I use a different kind of meat?
While chicken is the traditional protein in P.F. Chang’s famous recipe, feel free to experiment. Other poultry options to consider include duck or ground turkey. We could also see beef or pork (similar to this easy pork fried rice) working nicely.
Looking for vegetarian P.F. Chang’s lettuce wraps? Swap the chicken for crumbled extra-firm tofu, tempeh or another plant-based meat substitute.
How do I store leftover lettuce wraps?
For best results, store the lettuce leaves separately from the filling. The filling may be refrigerated for up to 4 days in an airtight container. This copycat P.F. Chang’s lettuce wrap recipe would be a great make-ahead lunch!
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