Firecracker Ground Chicken
A quick and flavorful dish combining spicy buffalo sauce, sweet honey, and savory ground chicken, paired with crunchy broccoli for a satisfying weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken Can substitute with turkey if needed.
- 2 cups chopped broccoli Chop to uniform sizes for even cooking.
- 1 small onion (finely chopped) Enhances sweetness when sautéed.
- 3 cloves garlic (grated or minced) For flavor enhancement.
- 1 tsp fresh ginger (grated) Adds a unique flavor.
Sauce Ingredients
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce Adjust according to spice preference.
- 3 tbsp honey or brown sugar For a touch of sweetness.
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
Cooking Ingredients
- 2 tbsp avocado oil For sautéing ingredients.
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
Garnish
- Green onions and sesame seeds For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
- Add the ground chicken, breaking it apart with a spatula as it browns.
Cooking
- Once the chicken is nearly cooked, sprinkle in the paprika, salt, and pepper, stirring to coat evenly.
- Toss in the chopped broccoli and steam until bright green, stirring frequently.
- In a small bowl, mix the buffalo sauce, honey or brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and fresh ginger.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken and broccoli, stirring until everything is combined and heated through.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
Serve with rice or quinoa, or in lettuce wraps. Store leftovers in an airtight container, good for 3-4 days in the fridge or up to 3 months in the freezer. Reheat gently.