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Chicken Egg Roll in a Bowl

A quick and flavorful dish with seasoned ground chicken, crisp coleslaw mix, and an aromatic sesame-soy sauce.

20 minEasyServes 4254 cal/serving

AsianDinnerStovetopHigh ProteinLow CarbDairy-FreeNut-FreeEgg-FreeShellfish-FreePork-FreeCorn-Free

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp salt and ground pepper
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tsp roasted red chili paste
  • 4 cups coleslaw mix
  • 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large skillet, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb ground chicken to the pan, season with 1/4 tsp salt and ground pepper, and cook for about 6 minutes until browned and reaching an internal temperature of 165°F, stirring to crumble.

  2. 2

    While the chicken is cooking, whisk together 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce, 1 tsp sesame oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, and 1 tsp roasted red chili paste in a small bowl.

  3. 3

    Once the chicken is cooked through, add 4 cups coleslaw mix to the skillet and stir until softened. Pour in the sauce mixture, stirring well until everything is completely coated, and cook for about 2 minutes until thickened.

  4. 4

    Garnish with 1/4 cup sliced green onions and 1 tsp sesame seeds before serving.

Questions

Can I make Chicken Egg Roll in a Bowl gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in this entry is 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce. Swap the soy-based sauce for tamari or coconut aminos. Everything else proceeds as written.

How long does Chicken Egg Roll in a Bowl keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Chicken Egg Roll in a Bowl?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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