P.F. Chang’s Lettuce Wraps {Copycat Recipe} 🥬🥡 Skip the restaurant version and make chicken lettuce wraps at home in 20 minutes! So EASY and they TASTE WAY BETTER!
Easy Copycat P.F. Chang’s Lettuce Wraps
This recipe for lettuce wraps from P.F. Chang’s was originally published in 2017 and since then has become a reader favorite. I’ve updated some photos, added video, and am resharing it because they are just THAT good!
I don’t go to P.F. Chang’s all that often, but when I do someone in my group or family will order their chicken lettuce wraps because they’re just so good. Now you can skip the restaurant version and make your own in 20 minutes. And I promise you this homemade version tastes better.
There are so many layers of flavor from the hoisin soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, rice wine vinegar, garlic, ginger, and green onions! Better-than-takeout for sure.
We inhale these ground chicken lettuce wraps, and I usually make a double-batch of the high protein chicken filling so we can enjoy them again the next day for lunch of a super easy dinner.
I’ve also got this P.F. Chang’s Mongolian Beef (Copycat Recipe) and you can use that filling in lettuce wraps. Also try my Spicy Pork Lettuce Wraps to mix up the protein choice and add some heat.
“Best lettuce wraps I ever tasted and so easy. I now make a double batch since I can’t keep them in the house. A must try if you enjoy lettuce wraps.” — Debbie
Ingredients for Copycat P.F. Chang’s Chicken Lettuce Wraps
To make these P.F. Chang’s copycat lettuce wraps, you’ll need the following. In case you’re concerned, I find all the ingredients in the Asian section of my regular grocery store. They all play their own role to add authenticity to the recipe and I recommend using them all.
- Olive oil
- Sesame oil – It really helps drive home the Asian-inspired flavor profile.
- Ground chicken – Ground turkey may also be used.
- Yellow onion – White onion may be subbed.
- Hoisin sauce adds subtle sweetness, chili garlic sauce adds heat, and soy sauce is the savory sauce not to miss. I prefer low sodium soy sauce.
- Rice vinegar – Sometimes called rice wine vinegar, it’s one in the same.
- Garlic – If you’re short on time, garlic powder works.
- Ground ginger – I use ground ginger because I always have it in my pantry but you can use freshly grated ginger to taste.
- Green onions
- Water chestnuts – Don’t skip these, they give awesome crunch and texture!
- Lettuce – Look for butter lettuce with nice, fresh looking leaves. Sometimes I can find “living lettuce” in my grocery store which has the root attached and comes in a plastic container. It’s great for these lettuce wraps. A head of romaine lettuce is a good swap because you can make romaine boats with chicken filling.
Note: Scroll down to the recipe card section of the post for the ingredients with amounts included and for more complete directions.
How to Make P.F. Chang’s Lettuce Wraps
These chicken lettuce wraps are a cinch to make, and even easier to devour! Here’s a look at how the lettuce wraps are made:
- Add the ground chicken and oils to a large skillet and continually crumble the meat while it cooks.
- Next, add in the onion, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, and chili garlic sauce. Cook until the onion is soft and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
- Add the remaining ingredients to the pan and taste to see if you’d like to make any flavor adjustments.
- Spoon the mixture into lettuce cups and enjoy!
Recipe FAQs
The chili garlic sauce adds a perfect amount of heat that we enjoyed, but if you’re sensitive to spices you can always reduce the amount.
I prefer using butter lettuce leaves when making ground chicken lettuce wraps as they’re more flexible than iceberg lettuce or romaine and hold much more filling.
Yes, I’ve made this P.F. Chang’s lettuce wraps recipe using both ground chicken and ground turkey and both were excellent.You can also use ground beef in case you want another option. Or try my P.F. Chang’s Mongolian Beef (Copycat Recipe).
I’m sure you could also use a soy sauce alternative like tamari or coconut aminos but I tend to stick to what I call for in the recipe so add them to your own taste preferences.
Yes! If you have a busy week ahead of you, make a big batch of the chicken filling and freeze some for later. It reheats incredibly well!
“Last night I made the PF Chang’s Lettuce Wraps recipe and the first comment out of my husband’s mouth when he took his first bite was, “This tastes just like PF Chang’s!” I agree. The recipe came out perfect! Can’t wait to try all the other copy cat recipes!!” — Diane Daniels
More Easy Lettuce Wrap Recipes
P.F. Chang’s Chicken Lettuce Wraps {Copycat Recipe}
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 pound ground chicken, (I use 93 to 95% lean; I’ve also used ground turkey with good results)
- 1 medium/large sweet Vidalia or yellow onion, diced small
- ⅓ cup hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce, (use tamari or coconut aminos to keep gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Asian chili garlic sauce, or to taste (sriracha may be substituted)
- 3 cloves garlic, finely minced or pressed (or garlic powder to taste)
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger or 2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger, or to taste
- one 8-ounce can water chestnuts, drained and diced small
- 2 to 3 green onions, sliced into thin rounds
- ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
- butter lettuce leaves, for serving (romaine lettuce may be subbed and used as lettuce boats rather than wraps)
Instructions
- To a large skillet, add the oils, chicken, and cook over medium-high heat until chicken is cooked through; stir intermittently to crumbly while cooking.
- Add the onion, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, chili garlic sauce, stir to combine, and cook for about 5 minutes, or until onion is soft and translucent and most of the liquid has been absorbed; stir intermittently.
- Add the garlic, ginger, stir to combine, and cook for about 1 minute, or until fragrant.
- Add the water chestnuts, green onions, salt and pepper to taste, and cook for about 2 minutes, or until tender. Taste filling and make any necessary flavor adjustments, i.e. more soy sauce, hoisin, pepper, etc.
- Spoon about 1/4 cup of the mixture into the lettuce leaves to serve.
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Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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Originally published April 17, 2017 and republished January 9, 2021 with updated text and photos.
My family loves this delicious recipe! I have taken it to several potluck events and have been asked for the recipe every single time! Sometimes I pre-fill the lettuce wraps, and sometimes I serve the filling beside a bowl of lettuce leaves and let people fill their own wraps.
My family loves this delicious recipe! I have taken it to several potluck events and have been asked for the recipe every single time! Sometimes I pre-fill the lettuce wraps, and sometimes I serve the filling beside a bowl of lettuce leaves and let people fill their own wraps.
Thanks for the 5 star review and glad this is a family favorite and that you have even made it for potlucks and get asked for the recipe!
Just made this tonight! So yummy and flavorful! Thank you! Made a double batch.
My only small beef is that prep time for me takes a lot longer as it takes me 5 minutes to peel the onions and garlic, then chop. I’m slow! Definitely worth the time and it all comes together quickly after that.
Going back for seconds.
I use pre-minced garlic in a jar. I cook so much that there is no way I would want to go back to the days of peeling and chopping garlic. Highly recommend that to save time!
Glad the recipe was great and you’re going back for seconds!
Fabulous, we’re in Canada but tried this at PF Chang’s in the U.S. I was absolutely thrilled to find this recipe and tried it immediately, hubby and I were over the moon with the results. I can’t wait to make this for my family once the virus is over.
Fabulous, we’re in Canada but tried this at PF Chang’s in the U.S. I was absolutely thrilled to find this recipe and tried it immediately, hubby and I were over the moon with the results. I can’t wait to make this for my family once the Coronavirus is over.
Fabulous, we’re in Canada but tried this at PF Chang’s in the U.S. I was absolutely thrilled to find this recipe and tried it immediately, hubby and I were over the moon with the results. I can’t wait to make this for my family once the virus is over.
Thanks for the 5 star review and glad you were able to make it at home and are thrilled with the results!
Awesome!! Kids love it! Super yummy and flavorful.
Glad it was awesome and that your kids loved it!
If i want to make chopped peanuts an available topping for these, do I use raw peanuts, dry roasted, etc.?
I would use salted or lightly salted dry roasted. Your garden variety Planter’s type of peanut would be just fine.
P. F. Chang chicken lettuce wraps – was perfectly wonderful. Wow – you are one of the best!!! Boy, did you make me look good at dinner. I went by the recipe 100%.
P. F. Chang chicken lettuce wraps – was perfectly wonderful. Wow – you are one of the best!!! Boy, did you make me look good at dinner. I went by the recipe 100%.
Thanks for the 5 star review and glad these made you look like a dinner hero :)
Under nutritional information, how is net carbs 0g?
Possibly a computer glitch. Feel free to calculate by hand on your own.
These are SO GOOD! Asian food is my favorite cuisine. My husband ate every last piece – no lettuce, just the filling. Ha! He told me, “Honey, this is a keeper.” No need to tweak this recipe at all. I’m so happy I subscribe! I used to hate cooking, but have been loving cooking your recipes and pass them along to my friends and family. Looking forward to making Mongolian Beef next. Better Crocker’s officially now in the house! Thank you so much Averie!
Thanks for the 5 star review and glad this is a keeper for you guys! LMK how the Mongolian Beef goes!
Easily five stars to be sure! I’ve made these numerous times. I do use less Sesame Oil, as I find that a little goes a long way. I’ve also the Hoisin, Rice Vinegar, Soy Sauce, Sesame Oil (no olive oil), ginger and garlic as a marinade for stir fry. Thank you Averie for such a lovely blend of flavors! Makes awesome beef and broccoli, chicken and bell pepper, etc… by allowing the marinade to become the sauce. :-)
Thanks for the 5 star review and glad that this flavor base combo has worked great for you with stir fries, too!
OMG is this recipe great! I like to cook, so I’m not unfamiliar with making things, but this is one of those jump-up-and-down-because-I-can’t=believe-I-made-something-so-good recipes!
Thanks for the 5 star review and I am glad that this is making you jump up and down, even though you can cook! I know the feeling :) That’s how I felt the first time I made this….like whoa, watchout PF Chang’s. LOL
I used ground pork and drained excess grease and it was excellent. I have tried other recipes that were good but this was by far the best one. I used Romaine lettuce because it is what I had on hand. This is a very forgiving recipe. I have put it in my favorites file for future use.
Thanks for the five star review and glad mine is your favorite recipe you’ve tried! And yes, it’s also very forgiving.
My husband and I loved this and you were right it is just as good if not better than PF Chang’s! My husband’s only complaint to me was the lettuce wasn’t as crisp as PF Chang’s. I had rinsed the leaves but dried them completely. Any suggestions for crisp lettuce? LOL! Thank you for sharing this recipe!
Thanks for the 5 star review and glad it was as good or better than PF Chang’s!
As for the lettuce, I would just experiment with a few different types of lettuce and maybe from a different store. Produce varies so much that it’s really hard to say.