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Sesame Ground Chicken Stir Fry Easy Weeknight Recipe For Busy Nights. Close Up Plate Realistic Photo

Sesame Ground Chicken Stir-Fry

A quick, comforting stir-fry featuring lean ground chicken, colorful vegetables, and a glossy sesame sauce. It comes together in about 30 minutes and pairs well with rice or noodles.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce, divided
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp neutral oil (like canola or vegetable) for cooking
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh grated ginger
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 stalks green onions, chopped
  • 1 tbsp rice wine or water to thin sauce (optional)
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and 1 tablespoon cornstarch with a splash of water until smooth. This will be your quick sauce.
  • Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the neutral oil and swirl to coat. Add the ground chicken and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until it starts to brown and seems opaque in most places, about 4-5 minutes.
  • Push the chicken to the edges of the pan. In the center, add a touch more oil if the pan looks dry. Add garlic and ginger, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Stir in the broccoli and bell pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until they just begin to soften but still have minor crunch.
  • Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Stir well to coat everything. If the sauce seems too thick, splash in a little rice wine or water to loosen it.
  • Add the remaining 1 tablespoon soy sauce and the chopped green onions. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, letting the sauce thicken and glaze the ingredients.
  • Turn off the heat. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Taste and adjust with a pinch of salt or a few more drops of soy sauce if needed.
  • Serve hot over cooked rice or noodles. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.