Description
A quick and easy meal made with ground chicken and colorful vegetables, perfect for busy nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 cup chopped vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, onions, carrots)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice or pasta (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped vegetables and garlic, sautéing until they are tender and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the ground chicken, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned, which should take about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, mixing well to combine.
- Serve over cooked rice or pasta if desired, adding a sprinkle of fresh herbs for a pop of color and flavor.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also freeze the dish for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: ground chicken, quick dinner, easy recipe, healthy meal, weeknight dinner