Low Carb Moo Shu Chicken
A delicious and filling low-carb meal featuring protein-packed chicken and crunchy vegetables wrapped in lettuce leaves.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, thinly sliced Thinly sliced for quick cooking
- 2 cups shredded cabbage (or coleslaw mix)
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 2 green onions, chopped For topping
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons avocado or olive oil For cooking
- 2 eggs lightly beaten Scrambled for the dish
- Butter lettuce or romaine leaves (for wraps) For serving
Sauce Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce (use sugar-free for low-carb)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes For added heat
Instructions
Preparation
- In a small bowl, whisk together all the sauce ingredients and set aside.
- Scramble the eggs in a skillet over medium heat. Once cooked, remove them from the pan and set aside.
Cooking
- Heat the oil in the same skillet, then add garlic and chicken. Sauté until the chicken is cooked through and browned.
- Add mushrooms, cabbage, and carrots to the skillet. Stir-fry until they are just tender.
- Return the scrambled eggs to the pan, pour in the sauce, and toss everything to coat evenly.
- Top with chopped green onions and serve in lettuce wraps or in a bowl for a low-carb meal.
Notes
Serve Low Carb Moo Shu Chicken in butter lettuce or romaine leaves for easy wraps or in a bowl. This dish pairs well with a side of steamed vegetables or a light salad. Make sure to slice the chicken thinly for quick cooking and consider adding other vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3g
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