Easy Ground Chicken and Cabbage Stir Fry Recipe
If you’re looking for a quick, healthy dinner that’s packed with flavor, this Ground Chicken and Cabbage Stir Fry is a great choice. It comes together in about 30 minutes and uses simple ingredients you can easily find at the grocery store.
Ground chicken makes this stir fry a lighter alternative to ground beef while still providing plenty of protein. The combination of tender cabbage, onion, garlic, ginger, and a savory soy sauce mixture gives this dish plenty of flavor without needing a heavy sauce.
This is also a great meal when you’re trying to keep things low carb and Weight Watchers friendly. It’s filling, loaded with vegetables, and has a nice balance of protein and fiber.
Why You’ll Love This Ground Chicken Stir Fry
- Ready in about 30 minutes
- High in protein
- Low in carbohydrates
- Weight Watchers friendly
- Made in one skillet
- Easy enough for a weeknight dinner
The Ingredients
Ground Chicken: Ground chicken is an excellent source of lean protein. Protein helps keep you feeling full and satisfied, making it a great choice for a filling meal.
Chicken also provides important nutrients such as vitamin B6, niacin, selenium, and phosphorus.
Cabbage: Cabbage is a nutritious, low-calorie vegetable that adds plenty of volume to this meal without adding many carbohydrates. It provides fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K, and antioxidants.
Yellow Onion: Onions add natural sweetness and plenty of flavor to the stir fry. They also provide vitamin C, antioxidants, and fiber.
Garlic: Garlic adds a ton of flavor without needing many calories. It also contains compounds with antioxidant properties and provides small amounts of several vitamins and minerals.
Fresh Ginger: Fresh ginger gives the stir fry a warm, slightly spicy flavor. Ginger also contains antioxidants and has traditionally been used to support digestion.
Soy Sauce: Soy sauce provides the savory, umami flavor that makes this stir fry taste so good. I recommend using low-sodium soy sauce if you want to reduce the overall sodium.
Sesame Oil: You only need a small amount of sesame oil to give this dish that delicious toasted sesame flavor. Sesame oil contains unsaturated fats and adds a lot of flavor without needing a large amount.
Rice Vinegar: Rice vinegar adds a little acidity and brightness to the dish. It helps balance the savory flavors of the soy sauce and sesame oil without adding much in the way of calories or carbohydrates.
Green Onions & Sesame Seeds: These are optional garnishes, but they add a nice finishing touch. Green onions add fresh flavor and sesame seeds provide a little crunch and nuttiness.
Click here to track the points of your Weight Watchers app. There are 4g net carbs per serving. The full nutrition information can be found at the bottom of the recipe card.
How to Make Ground Chicken and Cabbage Stir Fry
Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the ground chicken and chopped onion. Cook, breaking the chicken apart as it cooks, until the chicken is completely cooked through.
Add the minced garlic and grated fresh ginger. Cook for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
Add the shredded cabbage to the skillet. Stir everything together and cook for about 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the cabbage is tender but still has a little crunch.
Add the soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Stir well so the sauce coats the chicken and cabbage.
Taste and season with salt and pepper if needed.
Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use ground turkey instead of ground chicken?
Yes! Ground turkey can be substituted for the ground chicken in equal amounts. Choose lean ground turkey for a lighter option.
Can I use coleslaw mix instead of shredding cabbage?
Absolutely. A bag of plain coleslaw mix is a convenient shortcut. Just make sure you’re using a mix that contains mostly shredded cabbage if you want to keep the recipe low carb.
What can I add to this stir fry?
There are lots of ways to change it up. Try adding sliced bell peppers, shredded carrots, mushrooms, broccoli, or a little sriracha for some heat. You can also top it with a fried egg for an extra boost of protein.
Easy Ground Chicken and Cabbage Stir Fry
Ingredients
- 1 lb. lean ground chicken
- 3 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1/2 cup yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: Green onions and sesame seeds
Instructions
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the ground chicken and chopped onion. Cook, breaking the chicken apart as it cooks, until the chicken is completely cooked through.
- Add the minced garlic and grated fresh ginger. Cook for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
- Add the shredded cabbage to the skillet. Stir everything together and cook for about 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the cabbage is tender but still has a little crunch.
- Add the soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Stir well so the sauce coats the chicken and cabbage.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper if needed. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.
Notes
Here are some more Weight Watchers friendly recipes:
Garlic Noodles (P.F. Chang’s Copycat Recipe)
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