Description
Egg Roll Bowls with Chicken and Cabbage is a quick and flavorful dish inspired by the classic egg roll flavors, transformed into a healthy, skillet-cooked meal. Featuring tender diced chicken breast, shredded cabbage, carrots, and green onions, all sautéed with fragrant garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and soy sauce, this recipe offers a nutritious, low-carb alternative to traditional egg rolls. Perfect for busy weeknights, it delivers a delicious mix of textures and savory Asian-inspired flavors without the fuss of rolling or frying.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced
Vegetables
- 4 cups shredded cabbage (green or a mix of purple and green)
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Sauces
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger (or 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings
- Sesame seeds
- Fresh cilantro
- Sriracha
Instructions
- Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, heat the sesame oil over medium-high heat until shimmering to prepare for cooking the chicken and vegetables.
- Cook the Chicken: Add the diced chicken to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has a golden brown color.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in the minced garlic, shredded cabbage, grated carrots, and chopped green onions. Cook everything together for an additional 3-5 minutes, stirring often, until the vegetables are tender but still maintain a pleasant crispness.
- Season: Pour the soy sauce over the chicken and vegetables and sprinkle in the ground ginger. Mix thoroughly to combine all the flavors evenly throughout the dish.
- Taste and Adjust: Sample the bowl and adjust the seasoning by adding more salt, pepper, or soy sauce if needed to suit your taste preferences.
- Serve: Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the egg roll bowl to serving dishes. Garnish with optional toppings like sesame seeds, fresh cilantro, or a drizzle of Sriracha for extra flavor and visual appeal.
Notes
- Use fresh produce for the best flavor and texture.
- For a gluten-free option, substitute soy sauce with tamari.
- Serve over rice or noodles to make the meal more filling if desired.
- Adjust ginger quantity based on your preference for spice and warmth.
- Add chopped nuts or avocado as additional toppings for varied texture and taste.
- This dish is best enjoyed hot and freshly cooked to maintain the crispness of the vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian Inspired
Keywords: Egg Roll Bowl, Chicken, Cabbage, Asian inspired, Quick dinner, Healthy meal, Stir-fry, Gluten-free option, Weeknight recipe
