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Chicken mince (ground chicken) is a fantastic, lean, and versatile ingredient. Here are several delicious and easy recipes from various cuisines.

1. Asian-Style Chicken Lettuce Wraps

A healthy, low-carb appetizer or light meal that’s full of flavor.

• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Yield: 2-3 servings
• Calories (est.): ~300-400 per serving (without rice)

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp oil
• 500g chicken mince
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp ginger, minced
• 1 red chili, finely chopped (optional)
• ¼ cup hoisin sauce
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 can (8oz) water chestnuts, drained & chopped
• 3 spring onions, sliced
• 1 head Butter or Iceberg lettuce, leaves separated

Instructions:

1. Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken mince and cook, breaking it up, until no longer pink.
2. Add garlic, ginger, and chili. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add hoisin sauce, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Stir to combine.
4. Stir in water chestnuts and most of the spring onions. Cook for another 2 minutes.
5. Spoon the mixture into lettuce cups. Garnish with remaining spring onions. Serve immediately.

2. Classic Chicken Meatballs in Marinara Sauce

Perfect for pasta, subs, or on their own. Much leaner than beef meatballs.

• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Yield: 4 servings (~20 meatballs)
• Calories (est.): ~350 per serving (without pasta)

Ingredients (Meatballs):

• 500g chicken mince
• 1 large egg
• ½ cup breadcrumbs (Panko preferred)
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil (for frying)

Ingredients (Sauce):

• 2 cups marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine all meatball ingredients (except oil). Mix gently with your hands until just combined. Do not overmix.
2. Roll the mixture into small, golf-ball-sized balls.
3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown meatballs in batches on all sides (they don’t need to be cooked through).
4. Pour marinara sauce into the skillet, bring to a simmer, then add all meatballs back in.
5. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes, until meatballs are cooked through. Serve over pasta or in a sub roll.

3. Chicken Keema Matar (Indian Spiced Chicken Mince with Peas)

A flavorful and comforting Indian curry that’s quick to make.

• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Yield: 3-4 servings
• Calories (est.): ~400 per serving (with rice)

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp oil or ghee
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
• 500g chicken mince
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• ½ tsp chili powder (or to taste)
• 1 cup frozen peas
• ½ cup water or chicken broth
• Salt to taste
• Fresh cilantro, to garnish

Instructions:

1. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté onions until soft and golden.
2. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1 minute.
3. Add chicken mince. Cook, breaking it up, until it turns white.
4. Add tomato paste and all spices (turmeric, cumin, coriander, chili powder). Cook for 2-3 minutes.
5. Add frozen peas and water. Bring to a simmer, then cover and cook for 10-12 minutes.
6. Garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve hot with naan or rice.

4. Chicken Moussaka (Lighter Version)

A Greek-inspired casserole that’s hearty but made lighter with chicken.

• Prep Time: 20 mins
• Cook Time: 40 mins
• Total Time: 60 mins
• Yield: 6 servings
• Calories (est.): ~450 per serving

Ingredients:

• 1 large eggplant, sliced
• Olive oil
• 500g chicken mince
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (14oz) crushed tomatoes
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• For topping: 1 cup Greek yogurt, 1 egg, ¼ cup grated Parmesan, pinch of nutmeg

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Brush eggplant slices with oil and bake for 15-20 mins until soft.
2. Meanwhile, in a skillet, cook chicken mince, onion, and garlic until chicken is cooked through. Add tomatoes and oregano. Simmer for 10 mins.
3. In a bowl, mix the yogurt, egg, Parmesan, and nutmeg.
4. In a baking dish, layer the cooked eggplant and chicken mixture. Pour the yogurt topping over it.
5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the top is golden and set.

Summary Table

Recipe	Type of Dish	Total Time	Yield	Est. Calories
Chicken Lettuce Wraps	Appetizer / Light Main	25 mins	2-3	~300-400
Chicken Meatballs	Main Course	35 mins	4	~350
Chicken Keema Matar	Main Course (Curry)	35 mins	3-4	~400
Chicken Moussaka	Main Course (Casserole)	60 mins	6	~450

Enjoy your cooking! Chicken mince is a blank canvas, so feel free to experiment with your favorite herbs and spices.