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Low Carb Firecracker Ground Chicken

Delicious low carb firecracker ground chicken served with vegetables
A quick and flavorful low-carb skillet dish made with ground chicken, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and sriracha, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Serving Size 4 servings

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground chicken Can substitute with ground turkey or pork.
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce Use tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free.
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce Adjust to taste for heat level.
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced Or 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger.
  • 2 green onions sliced Reserve some for garnish.
  • Salt and pepper To taste.
  • Optional: Cooked vegetables for serving (steamed broccoli, sautéed zucchini, or cauliflower rice)

Instructions

Cooking Instructions

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sesame oil and let it warm until shimmering.
  • Add the minced garlic and ginger. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  • Crumble the ground chicken into the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the meat is no longer pink and begins to brown — about 6-8 minutes.
  • Stir in the soy sauce and sriracha. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Continue cooking for another 3-5 minutes so the sauce reduces and coats the chicken.
  • Remove the skillet from the heat and fold in the sliced green onions.
  • Serve hot over cooked vegetables, cauliflower rice, or in lettuce cups.

Notes

For added texture, stir in chopped water chestnuts or bell pepper during the last 2 minutes of cooking. The dish pairs well with cucumber salad or Asian slaw to balance the heat and can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.