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Delicious easy ground chicken skillet recipe served in a frying pan
Clara Whitley

Easy Ground Chicken Skillet

A quick and comforting skillet dish made with ground chicken and vibrant vegetables, perfect for healthy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground chicken Use fresh ground chicken for best results.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (or avocado oil) Oil for sautéing.
  • 1 small onion, chopped Chop finely for even cooking.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Adds flavor; watch not to burn.
  • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (like peas and carrots) Adds color and nutrition.
  • 1 each bell pepper, chopped Any color works.
  • 1 teaspoon paprika For added flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin Enhances the savory taste.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Season as preferred.
  • for garnish Fresh herbs (like parsley or cilantro) Optional, for added flavor.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until translucent.
  3. Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Incorporate ground chicken into the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks for about 5-7 minutes until there’s no pink remaining.
  5. Stir in the chopped bell pepper and frozen mixed vegetables, and let cook for another 5 minutes until veggies are tender.
  6. Season the mixture with paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper according to taste, and allow it to simmer for enhanced flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2g

Notes

This dish is versatile; serve it over rice or in tortillas, and feel free to adjust spice levels to taste. Great for meal prepping and storing in the fridge for up to four days.

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