Firecracker Ground Chicken
Firecracker Ground Chicken is a vibrant and easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual get-togethers. This recipe features ground chicken cooked in a spicy, sweet firecracker sauce that creates an explosion of flavor with every bite. It’s incredibly versatile; serve it over rice, cauliflower rice, or even in lettuce wraps for a refreshing option. With its low-carb profile and family-friendly appeal, this dish is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Ground Chicken (92/8)
- 1/2 Tbsp Chili Oil
- 1/4 C Buffalo Sauce
- 1/2 C Swerve Brown Sugar
- 2 Tbsp Cider or Rice Vinegar
- 1 tsp Ground Ginger
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1/2 tsp Kosher Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
- 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with chili oil.
- Add the ground chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until browned, mincing as it cooks.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together buffalo sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, and spices until combined.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken in the skillet and stir until thickened.
- Serve topped with scallions and sesame seeds over rice or cauliflower rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (225g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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