Firecracker Ground Chicken Bowl: 1 Explosive Flavor, 1 Slight Kick
Firecracker Ground Chicken Bowl combines spicy, sweet, and savory flavors with juicy ground chicken over rice. It’s a quick, bold meal perfect for busy weeknights or flavorful meal prep.
Ingredients
1 lb ground chicken
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp grated fresh ginger
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1/4 cup buffalo-style hot sauce
2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari)
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
1 tbsp cornstarch
2 tbsp water
2 cups cooked white or brown rice
Toppings: sliced scallions, sesame seeds, shredded carrots, cucumbers
Instructions
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Cook rice according to package instructions and set aside.
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Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic and ginger for 30 seconds.
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Add ground chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes.
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In a bowl, whisk hot sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, and pepper flakes.
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Pour sauce into the skillet and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
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Mix cornstarch and water, then stir into chicken. Simmer until thickened, about 2–3 minutes.
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Serve chicken over rice and top with desired garnishes.
Notes
Adjust hot sauce to taste.
Use ground turkey or tofu for variation.
Store leftovers for up to 4 days in the fridge.