Firecracker Ground Chicken (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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2 tbsp avocado oil
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1 lb ground chicken
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2 cups chopped broccoli
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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1 tsp paprika
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/4 tsp pepper
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Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
→ For the Firecracker Sauce
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1/2 cup buffalo sauce (mild and sweet or spicy to your preference)
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1/4 cup honey or brown sugar
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3 tbsp soy sauce
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1 tbsp rice vinegar
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3 cloves garlic, grated or minced
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1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
# Instructions:
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In a small bowl, whisk together buffalo sauce, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic and ginger until well combined. Set aside.
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Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add minced onion to the pot and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
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Add ground chicken to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula or meat mincer. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
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Add the chopped broccoli, paprika, salt and pepper into the skillet, stirring well to combine with the chicken.
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Pour the prepared firecracker sauce over the chicken and broccoli mixture. Ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the sauce.
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Cook for an additional 5 minutes or until the broccoli reaches the desired level of tenderness.
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Garnish the stir-fry with sliced green onions and sesame seeds for added flavor and texture. Spoon the firecracker ground chicken with broccoli over steamed rice, noodles, or serve it in lettuce wraps for a lighter option.
# Notes:
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You can adjust the spice level by choosing mild or spicy buffalo sauce.
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This dish works well served over rice, noodles, or in lettuce wraps for a lower-carb option.