Ingredients

For the Chicken:
1 1/2 pounds ground chicken (or finely chopped chicken thighs)
1 stalk lemongrass, finely minced (tender inner part only)
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)

For Serving:
1 head butter lettuce or bibb lettuce, leaves separated
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1/4 cup chopped peanuts or cashews
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or mint
Lime wedges

Instructions

Cook the Aromatics:
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add lemongrass, ginger, and garlic. Sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
Cook the Chicken:
- Add ground chicken to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart, until no longer pink—about 5–7 minutes.
- Stir in soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, and chili flakes. Cook another 2–3 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and liquid to slightly reduce.
Assemble the Lettuce Cups:
- Spoon warm chicken mixture into lettuce leaves.
- Top with shredded carrots, chopped peanuts, and fresh herbs.

Serve:
- Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.