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Simple Ground Chicken Skillet

Simple Ground Chicken Skillet is a flexible and dependable recipe designed for everyday home cooking. Using ground chicken, basic aromatics, and gentle heat, this dish delivers consistent texture and balanced flavor while remaining easy to adapt to many meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 390
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ground Chicken Mixture
  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 large egg
  • 0.5 cup breadcrumbs

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

    1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
    2. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened.
    3. Stir in minced garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.
    4. Add ground chicken to the skillet and break it apart gently.
    5. Season with salt and ground black pepper.
    6. Cook until the chicken is fully opaque and evenly cooked, stirring occasionally.
    7. If binding is desired, mix ground chicken with egg and breadcrumbs before cooking.
    8. Remove from heat and let rest briefly before serving.

Notes

Cook ground chicken over moderate heat to prevent dryness. Adding aromatics early and avoiding overcooking helps maintain moisture and flavor.