Egg Roll Bowls Chicken Cabbage (Printable)

Savory chicken and vegetables in soy-sesame glaze for a quick, satisfying meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Protein & Aromatics

01 - 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced or diced
02 - 2 tablespoons neutral oil (vegetable or canola)
03 - 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger

→ Vegetables

06 - 4 cups shredded green cabbage (about 1 small head)
07 - 1 cup shredded carrots (about 2 medium carrots)
08 - 2 green onions, sliced diagonally

→ Sauce & Seasonings

09 - 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
10 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
11 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
12 - 1 teaspoon granulated sugar or honey
13 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Garnish

14 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds (optional)
15 - Sriracha or chili crisp, for serving (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Thinly slice the chicken, shred the cabbage and carrots, mince the garlic and ginger, slice the onion, and chop the green onions. Set aside.
02 - Heat neutral oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
03 - Add the sliced onion and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until translucent.
04 - Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
05 - Add the chicken, season lightly with salt and pepper, and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cooked through with no pink remaining.
06 - Push the chicken mixture to one side of the pan. Add shredded cabbage and carrots to the empty side.
07 - Cook the vegetables for 3-4 minutes, tossing occasionally, until they begin to soften but still retain some crunch.
08 - Mix chicken and vegetables together in the pan until evenly combined.
09 - Stir in soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and sugar or honey. Toss to coat and cook for 1-2 minutes until heated through.
10 - Taste and adjust seasoning with extra soy sauce, salt, or pepper if needed.
11 - Remove from heat and divide mixture into serving bowls. Garnish each bowl with sliced green onions, toasted sesame seeds, and a drizzle of Sriracha or chili crisp if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It hits that takeout craving without the wait, the grease, or the guilt.
  • You can pull it off in half an hour even if youre distracted by homework questions or a ringing doorbell.
  • The cabbage gets tender but still has bite, so every forkful feels alive.
  • Leftovers taste even better the next day when the flavors have had time to settle in.
02 -
  • Don't crowd the pan or the chicken will steam instead of browning, which means no crispy edges and less flavor.
  • Cut the chicken into uniform pieces so everything cooks at the same rate and you don't end up with raw bits and dry bits.
  • Taste the sauce before you pour it in, sometimes soy sauce brands vary wildly in saltiness and you'll want to adjust on the fly.
03 -
  • Use a wok if you have one, the high sides and sloped shape make tossing everything together so much easier without spilling.
  • Toast your sesame seeds in a dry pan for 2 minutes before sprinkling them on top, it wakes up their flavor and makes them taste richer.
  • Keep the heat high and move fast, this dish is all about quick cooking and bright flavors, not slow simmering.
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