Crispy Ground Chicken Stir-Fry with Spicy Sauce

Crispy Ground Chicken Stir-Fry with Spicy Sauce — Better than takeout! After making this many times, I’ve perfected the trick to get crispy edges every time. The spicy sauce is so addictive, you’ll want to make extra. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Try this with my Crispy Marry Me Chicken Pasta and Pair this with Quick Chicken Cottage Cheese Enchilada Bowls.

What You'll Need for Crispy Ground Chicken Stir-Fry with Spicy Sauce

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1 lb ground chicken
• 1 bell pepper
• 1 onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 tbsp ginger
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tbsp Sriracha
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• Salt and pepper
• Optional: Green onions
• Optional: Sesame seeds
• Optional: Lime wedges

How to Make Crispy Ground Chicken Stir-Fry with Spicy Sauce

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, Sriracha, honey, and cornstarch. Set aside.
2. Step 2: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground chicken, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
3. Step 3: In the same skillet, add diced bell pepper, onion, garlic, and ginger. Cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
4. Step 4: Return chicken to skillet. Pour sauce over chicken and vegetables. Stir to combine. Cook until sauce has thickened, about 2-3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Step 5: Serve hot, garnished with green onions, sesame seeds, and lime wedges if desired.

Storing & Reheating Crispy Ground Chicken Stir-Fry with Spicy Sauce

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can prepare the sauce and chop the vegetables ahead of time. Cook the chicken and stir-fry just before serving.

Freezing Crispy Ground Chicken Stir-Fry with Spicy Sauce

Freeze cooked stir-fry for up to 2 months. Thaw before reheating.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For extra crispy chicken, pat it dry with a paper towel before cooking.
• Best substitution: Substitute the bell pepper with broccoli or snap peas for a different texture.
• Make-ahead: This recipe is best made fresh, but leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your chicken is sticking to the pan, try adding a bit more oil or using a non-stick skillet.

Crispy Ground Chicken Stir-Fry with Spicy Sauce

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

20 mins

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Total

35 mins

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Serves

4 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 lb ground chicken
• 1 bell pepper
• 1 onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 tbsp ginger

Seasonings

• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tbsp Sriracha
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• Salt and pepper

Optional Toppings

• Green onions
• Sesame seeds
• Lime wedges

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, Sriracha, honey, and cornstarch. Set aside.
2. Step 2: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground chicken, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
3. Step 3: In the same skillet, add diced bell pepper, onion, garlic, and ginger. Cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
4. Step 4: Return chicken to skillet. Pour sauce over chicken and vegetables. Stir to combine. Cook until sauce has thickened, about 2-3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Step 5: Serve hot, garnished with green onions, sesame seeds, and lime wedges if desired.

Notes

• Chef tip: For extra crispy chicken, pat it dry with a paper towel before cooking.
• Best substitution: Substitute the bell pepper with broccoli or snap peas for a different texture.
• Make-ahead: This recipe is best made fresh, but leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your chicken is sticking to the pan, try adding a bit more oil or using a non-stick skillet.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze cooked stir-fry for up to 2 months. Thaw before reheating.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
• Make ahead: You can prepare the sauce and chop the vegetables ahead of time. Cook the chicken and stir-fry just before serving.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 35g
• Fat: 18g
• Carbs: 15g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 5g
• Sodium: 1200mg
• Cholesterol: 120mg
• Sat. Fat: 5g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

Crispy Ground Chicken Stir-Fry with Spicy Sauce FAQs

A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Ground Chicken Stir-Fry with Spicy Sauce and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!