Spicy Ground Chicken
Quick, tasty and low fat. Top it with rice or wrap it in a soft tortilla.
Quick, tasty and low fat. Top it with rice or wrap it in a soft tortilla.
- 1 onion chopped
- 1 lb ground chicken (you can use sliced boneless breast but i always use ground, do not use ground chicken in the tube)
- 1 zucchini sliced
- 1 green pepper sliced
- 1 red pepper sliced
- 1 cup mushroom sliced
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 2 -3 cups chunky salsa (i use hot)
- 4 soft flour tortillas (optional)
- 1 teaspoon olive oil (optional)
- Carbohydrate 9.90932063158266 g
- Cholesterol 0 mg
- Fat 0.456333282389332 g
- Fiber 2.7407147946596 g
- Protein 3.30856835199231 g
- Saturated Fat 0.0809001742653012 g
- Serving Size 1 1 -6 serving(s) (307g)
- Sodium 11.2363816012373 mg
- Sugar 7.16860583692306 g
- Trans Fat 0.197288301281578 g
- Calories 49 calories
Step-by-step
- Slice all veggies.
- Spray a non-stick skillet with cooking spray or olive oil (optional).
- Cook ground chicken until completely done, about 10 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside.
- Add onions and garlic to pan and sauté until translucent.
- Add zucchini, mushrooms, red and green peppers. Cover, stirring often until cooked. Don't drain liquid.
- Add cooked ground chicken and salsa to veggies. Mix well.
- Simmer about 10 minutes.
- Serve wrapped in a soft flour tortilla or over rice.
- DO NOT use ground chicken in the tube as it is dry and ruins the dish.
As a busy housewife, I'm always looking for quick and easy recipes that are also healthy and delicious. This Spicy Ground Chicken recipe fits the bill perfectly. It's packed with flavor, low in fat, and can be served over rice or wrapped in a tortilla for a satisfying meal.
The first time I made this recipe, I was pleasantly surprised by how easy it was to make. I simply browned the ground chicken, added some chopped veggies, and simmered it in salsa. The result was a flavorful dish that my whole family loved. I've since made this recipe many times, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect weeknight meal, and it's also great for parties and potlucks.
