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Delicious quick dinner featuring ground chicken in a vibrant vegetable stir-fry

Ground Chicken Dinner

A quick and easy recipe featuring ground chicken that is versatile and exploding with flavor, perfect for busy weeknights.
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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 lb ground chicken
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For sautéing
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped (any color)
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder Adjust based on spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: shredded cheese, sour cream, or fresh herbs for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until golden brown and fragrant.
  3. Add the bell pepper and cook for another 3-4 minutes until softened.
  4. Add the ground chicken, breaking it apart as it cooks, and stir regularly until it’s no longer pink (about 5-7 minutes).
  5. Sprinkle the chili powder and cumin over the meat while cooking.
  6. Stir in the diced tomatoes and let everything simmer for a few minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g

Notes

This recipe is incredibly versatile! You can swap ground chicken for ground turkey or a plant-based alternative. Add different vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms for added depth, or adjust the heat level with jalapeños or by omitting chili powder.

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