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Easy Firecracker Ground Chicken Bowl

This Firecracker Ground Chicken Bowl recipe transforms humble ground chicken into a flavor explosion. Balancing sweet, spicy, and savory elements, this dish features a delicious sauce and customizable toppings for a satisfying and easy meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons chili garlic sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • Cooked rice white, brown, or cauliflower
  • Chopped green onions optional topping
  • Sesame seeds optional topping
  • Crushed peanuts optional topping
  • Shredded carrots optional topping
  • Sliced avocado optional topping

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • whisk
  • Large skillet or wok
  • Spoon
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • Bowls for serving

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, chili garlic sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil (if using), and red pepper flakes (if using). Set aside.
  2. Heat the olive oil (or sesame oil) in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the ground chicken and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through. Drain any excess grease.
  4. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet and cook for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
  5. Pour the prepared sauce over the cooked chicken. Bring to a simmer.
  6. Stir the cornstarch slurry into the skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
  7. Divide the cooked rice among bowls.
  8. Top with the firecracker ground chicken.
  9. Garnish with your desired toppings, such as chopped green onions, sesame seeds, crushed peanuts, shredded carrots, edamame, and sliced avocado.
  10. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Adjust the amount of chili garlic sauce to your desired level of spiciness. For a richer flavor, use sesame oil instead of olive oil. Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet or microwave. You can customize the toppings to your liking; other options include bean sprouts, shredded cabbage, or a fried egg.