Keto-Friendly Chinese Chicken Cabbage Stir-Fry

This stir-fry delivers all the bold, savory flavors of a classic Chinese takeout dish without the sugar and starch-heavy sauces. Thinly sliced chicken cooks quickly with cabbage and low-carb vegetables, while a ginger-garlic sauce with coconut aminos or soy sauce adds umami depth.

The cabbage stays slightly crisp, providing texture and fiber, while chicken offers a protein-packed base. This meal is quick to prepare, making it ideal for weeknights or meal prep.

The dish is fully customizable—add bell peppers, mushrooms, or bok choy for variety. Using keto-friendly sauces ensures it stays low-carb and sugar-free, perfect for maintaining ketosis.

It’s a satisfying, one-pan dinner that reheats beautifully, making it convenient for leftovers while still tasting fresh and flavorful.

Ingredients (4 servings)

Protein & Vegetables

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced

• 4 cups green cabbage, shredded

• 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1-inch piece fresh ginger, minced

• 2 green onions, chopped

Sauce

• 3 tbsp coconut aminos (or soy sauce for WW-friendly)

• 1 tbsp sesame oil

• 1 tsp rice vinegar

• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional for heat)

• 1/2 tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp low-carb sweetener (optional, like allulose)

Garnish

• 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

• Extra green onions

Instructions

1. Prep the sauce:
   In a small bowl, mix coconut aminos, sesame oil, rice vinegar, sweetener (if using), red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Set aside.

2. Cook the chicken:
   Heat 1 tsp sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
   Add chicken slices and stir-fry 5–6 minutes until cooked through and slightly browned. Remove from pan.

3. Cook vegetables:
   In the same pan, add garlic, ginger, and bell pepper. Stir-fry for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
   Add shredded cabbage and continue stir-frying 3–4 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.

4. Combine:
   Return chicken to the pan. Pour the sauce over the mixture and toss to coat evenly. Cook another 1–2 minutes until everything is heated through and coated.

5. Garnish & serve:
   Top with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Estimate (per serving)

• Calories: ~280

• Protein: ~32 g

• Fat: ~14 g

• Total Carbs: ~6 g

• Fiber: ~2 g

• Net Carbs: ~4 g