Crunchy Cashew Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Apple Cabbage Slaw
These flavorful lettuce wraps are filled with sautéed chicken tossed in a creamy cashew sauce, topped with a refreshing apple cabbage slaw for crunch and fiber. This meal is high in protein, low in sugar, and rich in vitamins and healthy fats to support cortisol balance and gut health—a perfect back-to-school weeknight dinner.
Equipment
- skillet
- small bowl
- whisk
- cutting board
- knife
- measuring spoons
Ingredients
Cashew Chicken
- 1 lb chicken breast diced
- 1 tbsp olive or avocado oil
- 2 tbsp cashew butter
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tsp lime juice
- 1/2 tsp ginger powder
- Pinch of sea salt
Apple Cabbage Slaw
- 1 cup shredded green cabbage
- 1/2 green apple julienned
- 1/4 cup shredded carrot
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
- Pinch of sea salt
To Serve
- 8 –10 butter lettuce or romaine leaves
Instructions
- Whisk the cashew sauce: In a small bowl, stir together cashew butter, coconut aminos, lime juice, ginger powder, and sea salt until smooth. Set aside.
- Cook the chicken: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook for 6–8 minutes, until golden and cooked through. Turn off the heat and stir in the cashew sauce to coat.
- Make the slaw: In a medium bowl, toss together cabbage, apple, carrot, apple cider vinegar, honey, and saltuntil well combined.
- Assemble the wraps: Spoon warm cashew chicken into lettuce leaves. Top with slaw. Serve immediately.
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Notes
Nutritional Information per Serving (My Fitness Pal):
Calories: 326
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Protein: 27g
Servings: 4
Calories: 326kcal