Hoisin Chicken with Lettuce Cups
- Prep: 15 mins
- 10-12 mins
- Serves: 4

Hoisin chicken loaded into lettuce cups. Think thin slices of caramelised, hoisin-coated chicken and crisp vegetables in a creamy, sesame sauce. This is a fantastic family meal made fast with simple ingredients.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 500g chicken thigh fillets (see note 1 on how to prepare)
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
Cucumber & Carrot Pickle
- 1 cup julienned carrot (see note 2)
- 1 cup julienned cucumber (see note 2)
- 1 tbsp whole egg mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar
- 1/2 tsp sesame oil
To Serve
Method
Chicken
- Add flattened chicken thigh fillets, olive oil and hoisin to a large bowl. Toss to coat chicken evenly.
- Heat a large frying pan on high heat, add the chicken and cook 10-12 minutes turning half way. If the chicken appears to be sticking to the pan at the half way mark and is browning too quickly, add 2 tbsp water to loosen.
Cucumber & Carrot Pickle
- Combine carrot, cucumber, mayonnaise, rice wine vinegar & sesame. Toss to coat evenly.
To Serve
- Serve chicken alongside cucumber & carrot pickle, bean sprouts, lettuce cups and rice. Serve fresh chilli in tamari (or all purpose soy sauce) and sriracha (if using) on the side.
- Serve in the centre of the table and allow everyone to load up their lettuce cups with desired fillings.
Note 1 – Use a mallet or rolling pin to gently flatten the chicken thigh so that they are even in thickness. Aim for a 1.5cm thickness. You can use chicken breast as an alternative using the same method, but reduce the cooking time to 8-10 minutes.
Note 2 – A julienne peeler is an inexpensive solution that will make light work of cutting your vegetables. It’s my go-to in the kitchen!
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