High-Protein Chicken Cabbage Stir-Fry

ByHannah Peterson

This vibrant stir-fry — tender chicken pieces with crisp-tender cabbage, colorful bell peppers, onions, and a savory sauce. It’s a quick, flavorful, one-pan meal that’s high in protein and low in carbs.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Juicy chicken and crunchy veggies with beautiful colors exactly like your photo
  • Extremely high protein and satisfying
  • Ready in under 20 minutes
  • Versatile and customizable with pantry staples
  • Keto, diabetic-friendly, and great for weeknights

Ingredients (Serves 4)

  • 1.5 lbs (680g) chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 small head cabbage (or half large), thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil or sesame oil
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce or coconut aminos
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar or lime juice
  • 1 tsp ginger (fresh or powder)
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional)
  • Salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste
  • Optional: green onions or cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook chicken 5–7 minutes until browned and mostly cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add onion, bell peppers, and garlic. Stir-fry 2–3 minutes until slightly softened.
  3. Add sliced cabbage and cook 3–4 minutes until it starts to wilt but remains crisp.
  4. Return chicken to the skillet. Add soy sauce/coconut aminos, vinegar, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Stir-fry 2–3 minutes until everything is well coated and heated through.
  5. Garnish with sesame seeds, green onions, or cilantro. Serve hot.

Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 25 minutes

Nutrition (Per Serving)

  • Calories: ~320
  • Protein: 38g (very high)
  • Total Carbs: 12g
  • Net Carbs: 8g
  • Fat: 14g

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