Healthy Ground Chicken & Cabbage Stir Fry (Mediterranean-Style Twist)
This dish is a quick, flavorful, and protein-packed stir fry made with juicy ground chicken, tender cabbage, garlic, and light savory sauce. Inspired by Asian flavors but adjusted with Mediterranean cooking principles like olive oil and fresh ingredients.
It’s low-carb, high-protein, and perfect for busy weeknights.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)
1 lb (450g) ground chicken
4 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
1 medium carrot, julienned
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
2 green onions, sliced
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Sauce:
3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari)
1 tbsp rice vinegar or fresh lemon juice
1 tsp honey
½ tsp black pepper
¼ tsp red chili flakes (optional)
1 tsp sesame oil (optional but adds flavor)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Chicken
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add ground chicken and cook until browned, breaking it apart (5–6 minutes).
2️⃣ Add Aromatics
Stir in garlic and ginger. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3️⃣ Add Vegetables
Add cabbage and carrot.
Cook 4–5 minutes until slightly softened but still crisp.
4️⃣ Add Sauce
Mix sauce ingredients in a small bowl.
Pour over stir fry and toss well.
Cook another 2–3 minutes until everything is coated.
5️⃣ Finish
Stir in green onions.
Serve warm.
🌿 Mediterranean Touch
Olive oil instead of vegetable oil
Lean ground chicken
Fresh vegetables
Light natural sweetener (honey)
Option to serve with brown rice or quinoa
🍽️ Serving Ideas
✔ Serve over brown rice
✔ Wrap in lettuce cups
✔ Add to whole wheat pita
✔ Top with sesame seeds
🥗 Why You’ll Love It
✔ Ready in 20 minutes
✔ Low-carb option
✔ Budget-friendly
✔ High protein
✔ Meal prep friendly
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I use ground turkey instead?
Yes, it works perfectly.
Q: How do I make it spicier?
Add chili paste or extra red pepper flakes.
Q: Can I meal prep this?
Yes, it keeps well in the fridge for 3–4 days.
Q: Can I add more vegetables?
Absolutely! Bell peppers, zucchini, or mushrooms are great.
Q: Is this keto-friendly?
Yes, just skip honey or replace with a keto-friendly sweetener.
