Creating Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps is simple when you follow these steps:

1. Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
2. Sauté Aromatics: Add the minced garlic and ginger; sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Cook Chicken: Add the ground chicken to the skillet. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Make sure to break up the meat as it cooks.
4. Add Vegetables: Stir in the chopped red bell pepper, diced water chestnuts, and chopped green onions. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the vegetables to soften slightly.
5. Mix the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
6. Combine: Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetable mixture and stir to combine. Cook for another 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
7. Prepare Lettuce Leaves: While the mixture simmers, prepare your lettuce leaves by washing and patting them dry.
8. Assemble Wraps: Spoon a generous amount of the chicken mixture onto each lettuce leaf. Top with chopped peanuts and cilantro if desired.
9. Serve: Enjoy your wraps immediately with lime wedges on the side for an extra zing.

By following these straightforward steps, you’ll have a delicious, flavorful dish ready for everyone to enjoy!