easy ground chicken dinner
This easy ground chicken dinner is a lighter twist on the classic Sloppy Joes — sweet, tangy, and full of nostalgic comfort. It’s quick to make, full of flavor, and endlessly versatile for busy weeknights.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Wooden Spoon
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken lean
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp yellow mustard
- 0.5 tsp onion powder
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 can tomato sauce 8 oz
- 0.5 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- whole-wheat burger buns for serving
Optional Toppings
- pickles
- shredded lettuce
- melted cheddar
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add ground chicken and cook, breaking it up, for 5–6 minutes or until no longer pink.
- Sprinkle in salt, pepper, smoked paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder. Stir well to coat.
- In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup, tomato sauce, mustard, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken and stir to coat evenly.
- Reduce heat and let the mixture simmer for 5–7 minutes until thickened.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve warm on toasted buns with optional toppings.
Notes
This recipe is perfect for meal prep, family dinners, or even quick lunches. Customize with your favorite toppings or serve in lettuce wraps, over grains, or inside sweet potatoes.
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2.5mg
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