Ground Chicken and Broccoli
This ground chicken and broccoli is an incredibly easy and delicious one-pan meal. It’s gluten-free, soy-free, and AIP-friendly.
Quick Overview
- Total time: 25 min
- Servings: 4
- Calories: 299 cal
- Protein per serving: 21g
- Difficulty: Easy
- Diet types: Gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free, anti-inflammatory
- Flavor notes: Fresh and savory Asian flavors
Featured Review
“Thank you for sharing this recipe! Simple, quick, easy and packed with flavor! I didn’t use the coconut sugar (didn’t have it) and I did not miss it! So delicious!” – Kristen
I love cooking with ground meat! It requires zero chopping, it cooks faster than whole cuts of meat, and it’s often cheaper. I’m always looking for new ways to use ground meat, and have been enjoying this interpretation of chicken and broccoli, but with ground chicken instead of whole chicken breast or thigh.
Why you’ll love this Ground Chicken & Broccoli
- It’s easy to make! This recipe is so simple! No chopping chicken or fancy cooking methods. I do love a classic Chicken & Broccoli, but this recipe requires less protein prep, but with the same great flavors.
- Ground chicken makes it cost-effective and fast. Ground meat is always one of my favorite ways to cut costs on protein. It’s more cost-effective than more expensive cuts of meat, and it cooks faster.
- It’s made in one pan. Not only does that make it easier to make, but easier to clean up.
Recipe Ingredients
- Coconut Aminos, Chicken Broth, Apple Cider Vinegar, Coconut Sugar, Arrowroot Starch, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, and Ginger Powder. The ingredients for the sauce!
- Avocado Oil, Salt, and Pepper. Omit pepper for AIP.
- Broccoli Florets.
- Ground Chicken. I love how fast ground chicken cooks!
- Green Onion. For topping.
How to Make Ground Chicken & Broccoli
Here are the simple steps, with photos, to make this recipe. Find full instructions in the recipe card.
Step one. Whisk the ingredients for the sauce together and set aside.
Step two. Saute the broccoli and remove from pan.
Step three. Add the ground chicken and cook and crumble until browned.
Step four. Add the broccoli back and pour the sauce over it. Allow to simmer and reduce. Serve!
Recipe Tips & Tricks
- Don’t overcook the chicken! Chicken can always get dry if it’s cooked too long. Be sure to simply cook the ground chicken until it’s 165 F.
- Add more veggies if desired. Though this recipe is most traditional with just broccoli, this recipe would also be great with carrots, bok choy, etc!
Storage & Reheating Instructions
- Storage: You can make this recipe ahead of time and store it in the fridge for about 3 days in a glass container.
- To reheat: I add the dish to the pan with a bit of avocado oil and reheat it over medium-low heat for a few minutes or until warm.
Recipe FAQS
Simply add 1-2 tbsp more chicken broth for a thinner sauce!
Combine 1 tsp of arrowroot starch with about 1 tbsp of broth and whisk. Add to the pan and simmer for a few minutes to thicken the sauce.
Yes, you can easily use ground turkey in this recipe.
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Ingredients
- ½ cup coconut aminos
- ⅓ cup chicken broth
- 2 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp coconut sugar
- 2 tsp arrowroot starch
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion pwoder
- 1 tsp ginger powder
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- Salt and pepper, omit pepper for AIP
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 tbsp green onion, chopped
Instructions
- To make the sauce, whisk the coconut aminos, broth, vinegar, coconut sugar, seasonings, and arrowroot starch together and set aside.
- Using a large pan, heat the avocado oil over medium heat. Add the broccoli and lightly season with salt and pepper. Saute for 5-6 minutes or until crisped to your liking. Set aside.
- Add the ground chicken to the pan along with more avocado oil if needed. Season with salt and pepper and crumble the chicken until cooked through.
- Add the broccoli back to the pan and pour the sauce mixture in. Stir for 1-2 minutes to allow the sauce to reduce. See notes for adjusting sauce thickness.
- Remove from heat and serve topped with green onion.
Notes
- For a thinner sauce- Simply add 1-2 tbsp of more chicken broth if you like a thinner sauce!
- For a thicker sauce- Combine 1 tsp of arrowroot starch with about 1 tbsp of broth and whisk. Add to the pan and simmer for a few minutes to thicken the sauce.
A staples comforting dish that isn’t short on flavor. I ate it for low-carb entree while my family ate it with rice.
so easy & delicious ! I have never made anything like this and didn’t know if I was going to like it …I love it
Next time I make it I might decrease the sugar just a tad
Thank you!!
Hi!! This sounds great & quick!! I have one issue. I cannot eat broccoli due to having intestinal problems. I know practically all recipes have broccoli and in right season I usually sub asparagus. But right now they’re tooooo expensive. Can I sub frozen cauliflower instead?? Any other ideas?? I’m not a cook !! Thanks
Liz
Thank you for sharing this recipe!
Simple, quick, easy and packed with flavor! I didn’t use the coconut sugar (didn’t have it) and I did not miss it!
So delicious!
Made this for a quick dinner, very fragrant and flavorful! I added carrots and thinly sliced bell peppers (non-AIP) to up the veggie intake and stretch it further for our large family. Very tasty and came together so easily. I did use ground turkey as I couldn’t find ground chicken, was just as good. Thanks for the recipe.
Glad you enjoyed!
Thank you for this! I can’t wait to try it, I know it will be good. Recipes with ground meat are great for us. I will be trying it with ground rabbit – I will try to remember to come back and tell how it comes out.
enjoy!!