Szechuan Chicken Lettuce Wraps recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsJOEY DTLASzechuan Chicken Lettuce Wraps Recipe

Szechuan Chicken Lettuce Wraps Recipe

Inspired by JOEY DTLA
Time30m
Serves4

sweet soy ginger glaze, peanuts, crispy wontons, spicy aioli | sub prawns +2.5

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Ingredients

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Chicken Filling

Spicy Aioli

Method

Preparation of Chicken Filling

  1. 1

    Cook the Chicken

    In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add Flavorings

    Add soy sauce, minced ginger, and minced garlic to the skillet. Stir and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until well combined.

  3. 3

    Add Toppings

    Stir in chopped green onions and peanuts, and remove from heat.

Spicy Aioli Preparation

  1. 4

    Make Aioli

    In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, and lime juice until smooth. Adjust spice level to taste.

Assembly

  1. 5

    Assemble Wraps

    Spoon the chicken filling into lettuce leaves, top with crispy wontons, and drizzle with spicy aioli. Serve immediately.

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