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Ground Chicken Zucchini Rice Skillet: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe

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Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 2 medium zucchinis, diced
  • 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced (red or yellow)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Creating your Ground Chicken Zucchini Rice Skillet is straightforward if you follow these easy steps:

  1. Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  1. Cook the Chicken: Add the ground chicken to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it into smaller pieces with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes.
  1. Sauté the Vegetables: Add the diced onions, garlic, and bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes until the onions are translucent.
  1. Add Zucchini: Stir in the diced zucchini and cook for another 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
  1. Season: Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine the flavors.
  1. Incorporate Rice: Add the cooked rice into the skillet, mixing well to combine all ingredients.
  1. Add Broth: Pour in the chicken broth. Stir until everything is nicely combined.
  1. Simmer: Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  1. Add Cheese: If you choose to use mozzarella cheese, sprinkle it over the top of the skillet. Cover the skillet with a lid and let it cook for another 3-4 minutes until the cheese is melted.
  1. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot in bowls.

Following these instructions will yield a wonderfully delicious Ground Chicken Zucchini Rice Skillet that can feed the whole family!

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