Firecracker Ground Chicken
A vibrant and protein-rich dish that combines spices and heat for a family-friendly meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the skillet: In a large skillet, heat sesame oil over medium heat.
- Sauté aromatics: Add minced garlic and grated ginger; sauté until fragrant.
- Brown the chicken: Add ground chicken, breaking it apart, and cook until browned.
- Combine flavors: Stir in soy sauce, Sriracha, and honey.
- Add veggies: Add diced bell pepper and cook until tender.
- Season generously: Season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish & serve: Garnish with sliced green onions before serving. Enjoy as a standalone dish or in a wrap.
Notes
Great served over rice, in lettuce wraps, or in tortillas. Adjust Sriracha to taste for spice levels.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg