Description
Craving a quick dinner that’s healthy, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make? This Easy Ground Chicken & Cabbage Stir Fry is the perfect solution. Packed with lean protein, crisp vegetables, and bold savory flavors, it’s a go-to for busy weeknights, meal prep, or anyone looking for simple food ideas.
Ingredients
1 lb ground chicken
4 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
2 medium carrots, julienned
4 green onions, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon rice vinegar
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sriracha (optional)
1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
1. Prepare all ingredients by slicing cabbage, carrots, green onions, and mincing garlic and ginger.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Add ground chicken and cook until browned, breaking it apart.
4. Add garlic, ginger, and white parts of green onions; sauté until fragrant.
5. Toss in cabbage and carrots, stirring frequently until slightly tender.
6. Pour in soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar; mix well.
7. Add sriracha if desired and adjust seasoning.
8. Remove from heat and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
Use high heat to achieve proper stir-fry texture and avoid soggy vegetables.
Do not overcrowd the pan, as it prevents browning.
Taste and adjust seasoning at the end for best flavor balance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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