Description
Firecracker ground chicken sparks culinary excitement with its bold Asian-inspired flavors. Spicy, sweet, and irresistibly zesty, you’ll savor this quick meal that delivers restaurant-quality taste right in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1 lb (450g) ground chicken
Spices and Aromatics:
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for extra spice)
Sauce and Seasonings:
- 1/4 cup hot sauce (such as Franks RedHot)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (low sodium)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (mixed with 1 tablespoon water)
Garnish:
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Warm a spacious skillet with olive oil over medium temperature, introducing ground chicken seasoned with salt and pepper, then diligently crumble and sear until achieving a golden-brown exterior, carefully eliminating any excess moisture.
- Infuse the meat with minced garlic and freshly grated ginger, stirring continuously for approximately 60 seconds to awaken their aromatic essence.
- Craft a vibrant sauce by blending hot sauce, golden honey, umami-rich soy sauce, tangy rice vinegar, fiery sriracha, and crushed red pepper flakes in a separate mixing vessel.
- Cascade the prepared sauce over the sizzling chicken, thoroughly coating each morsel and allowing the mixture to gently simmer and meld flavors for 2-3 minutes.
- Introduce a cornstarch slurry to the skillet, stirring consistently to transform the liquid into a luxuriously thick and glossy coating that clings beautifully to the chicken.
- Transition the skillet off direct heat, embellishing the dish with delicately sliced green onions and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds.
- Present the firecracker chicken atop fluffy rice or nestled within crisp lettuce wraps for a delightful and versatile meal experience.
Notes
- Customize heat levels by adjusting hot sauce and sriracha amounts to suit personal spice tolerance.
- Use ground turkey or tofu as excellent protein alternatives for diverse dietary preferences.
- Create a low-carb version by serving exclusively in crisp lettuce wraps instead of rice.
- Quickly transform leftovers into meal prep friendly options by storing in airtight containers for up to 3 days in refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg