Farmhouse Ground Chicken Skillet with Garden Veggies

Ingredients:

• 1 lb Little Captain Creek Farm ground chicken
• 2 tablespoons olive oil or pastured butter
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 1 zucchini, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved (or 1 diced tomato)
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Optional: A handful of chopped fresh basil or parsley
• Optional: ½ cup shredded cheese (raw milk cheese if available!)

Instructions:

1. Sauté the Aromatics:
   In a large cast-iron skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and carrots. Cook for 5 minutes, until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
2. Brown the Chicken:
   Add ground chicken to the skillet. Season with salt, pepper, thyme, and paprika. Cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until fully browned (about 6–8 minutes).
3. Add the Veggies:
   Stir in zucchini, bell pepper, and cherry tomatoes. Cook another 7–10 minutes, until vegetables are tender and flavors meld.
4. Finish & Serve:
   Taste and adjust seasoning. Sprinkle with fresh herbs and shredded cheese, if using. Serve warm over rice, quinoa, or roasted potatoes—or enjoy on its own!

🌿 Serving Suggestions:

• Top with a farm-fresh fried egg for extra protein.
• Serve with a slice of sourdough or crusty bread.
• Pair with a simple side salad using greens from your garden or local CSA.