Ground chicken is a lean, protein-rich alternative to beef or pork, making it ideal for healthy meals. These recipes offer creative and delicious ways to use ground chicken—from low-carb lettuce wraps to Mediterranean bowls—perfect for weight loss, fitness, or family cooking.
1 lb ground chicken
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup diced onions
1/4 cup chopped water chestnuts
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
1 tbsp hoisin sauce (optional)
1 tsp rice vinegar
1/2 tsp ground ginger
Salt & pepper to taste
1 head butter lettuce (or romaine)
Optional: chopped green onions, sesame seeds
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and sauté for 2–3 minutes.
Add garlic and ground chicken. Cook until browned and cooked through (internal temp 165°F / 74°C).
Stir in water chestnuts, soy sauce, hoisin, rice vinegar, ginger, salt, and pepper.
Simmer for 2–3 minutes until flavors combine.
Spoon mixture into lettuce leaves. Top with green onions or sesame seeds if desired. Serve warm.
This recipe is keto and gluten-free adaptable.
Swap hoisin sauce for a sugar-free alternative, or use tamari in place of soy sauce.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Find it online: https://www.nutrientsrecipes.com/healthy-ground-chicken-recipes/