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20 Minute Ground Chicken Egg Roll in a Bowl (Crack Slaw)

Tender ground chicken and shredded cabbage tossed in a savory sesame soy glaze deliver all the craveable flavors of an egg roll with zero deep frying.

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Quick Answer • Test Kitchen Standard
  • Whisk Savory Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together low sodium soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, and sriracha. Set beside your cooktop for rapid addition.
  • Brown Ground Chicken: Heat avocado oil in a large deep skillet or wok over medium high heat. Add ground chicken and white parts of the sliced green onions. Break meat into bite sized crumbles with a wooden spatula and cook for 5 to 6 minutes until lightly browned.
  • Bloom Aromatics: Clear a small well in the center of the skillet. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, stirring constantly for 30 seconds until intensely aromatic.
Prep
5 min
Cook
15 min
Rest
5 min
Total
25 min
Pull Temp
165°F Minimum
Serves
4
Calories
380 kcal
20-Minute Ground Chicken Egg Roll in a Bowl in a cast iron skillet

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Recipe20 Minute Ground Chicken Egg Roll in a Bowl (Crack Slaw)

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Got chicken? Never wonder what’s for dinner again.

Tender ground chicken and shredded cabbage tossed in a savory sesame soy glaze deliver all the craveable flavors of an egg roll with zero deep frying.

Wondering how to make the ultimate quick weeknight egg roll in a bowl? You have come to the right place. Packed with savory seasonings and crisp cabbage, this one skillet meal delivers all the craveable flavors of a classic takeout egg roll in just twenty minutes.

Chickeeen At A Glance: 20 Minute Ground Chicken Egg Roll in a Bowl

  • Prep Time: 5 mins | Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Ideal Pull Temp: 165°F (74°C) internal doneness for ground poultry
  • Elena’s Golden Rule: Flash cook the coleslaw mix on high heat for no more than 3 minutes so it wilts gently while keeping its refreshing crunch.
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Why High Heat Flash Cooking Keeps Cabbage Crisp

Cabbage is over 90 percent water bound by pectin cell walls. When simmered slowly over low heat, those cell walls rupture, releasing water and turning the stir fry into a soggy stew. Sealing the ground chicken first and tossing the slaw over intense medium high heat creates rapid surface vaporization, caramelizing the natural sugars in the soy glaze while preserving that signature crisp bite.

20 Minute Ground Chicken Egg Roll in a Bowl Ingredients Spotlight

Here is what you need to make this recipe for 20 minute ground chicken egg roll in a bowl:

Ground Chicken: Lean ground chicken provides plenty of clean protein while readily soaking up the umami richness of ginger, garlic, and sesame.

Coleslaw Mix: A bagged mix of pre shredded green cabbage, red cabbage, and matchstick carrots saves fifteen minutes of prep time while providing satisfying volume and fiber.

Toasted Sesame Oil: Pure toasted sesame oil brings an authentic, nutty takeout depth that neutral cooking oils cannot replicate.

Fresh Ginger and Garlic: Freshly grated ginger and minced garlic bloom in the skillet to create a fragrant aromatic backbone that lifts the savory soy sauce.

What to Serve With 20 Minute Ground Chicken Egg Roll in a Bowl

Serve this savory bowl over a bed of steamed jasmine rice or fluffy cauliflower rice. For extra crunch, top with crispy wonton strips and a drizzle of spicy sriracha mayo.

How to Store and Reheat 20 Minute Ground Chicken Egg Roll in a Bowl

Store leftover egg roll bowls in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Warm quickly in a hot skillet over medium high heat for 2 to 3 minutes to keep the cabbage crisp, or microwave for 90 seconds.

The Technique

Mastering 20 Minute Ground Chicken Egg Roll in a Bowl comes down to precise temperature control and key technique cues.

1Whisk Savory Glaze

In a small bowl, whisk together low sodium soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, and sriracha. Set beside your cooktop for rapid addition.

2Brown Ground Chicken

Heat avocado oil in a large deep skillet or wok over medium high heat. Add ground chicken and white parts of the sliced green onions. Break meat into bite sized crumbles with a wooden spatula and cook for 5 to 6 minutes until lightly browned.

3Bloom Aromatics

Clear a small well in the center of the skillet. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, stirring constantly for 30 seconds until intensely aromatic.

4Flash Toss Cabbage

Dump the shredded coleslaw mix into the pan and pour the soy sesame glaze evenly over the top. Toss vigorously over medium high heat for 3 minutes until cabbage softens slightly but stays tender crisp.

5Check Doneness and Garnish

Verify ground chicken reaches 165°F on an instant read thermometer. Remove skillet from heat. Scatter sliced green onion tops and toasted sesame seeds across the surface before serving warm.

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🌡️ Safety & Juiciness

Safe Pull Temp

165°F White / 175°F Dark

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⏱️ Moisture Lock

Resting Time Formula

5 to 15 Minutes

Retain up to 40% more natural juices with proper carryover heat resting.

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🧂 Deep Flavor

Salt Ratio & Timing

1% by Total Weight

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Crispy Skin Science

Surface Dehydration

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Practical notes

Substitutions

Ground turkey or lean pork can replace chicken. Tamari or coconut aminos substitute easily for soy sauce.

Storage

Store leftover egg roll bowls in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Reheating

Warm quickly in a hot skillet over medium high heat for 2 to 3 minutes to keep the cabbage crisp, or microwave for 90 seconds.

Nutrition per serving
Calories
380
Protein
32g
Fat
26g
Carbs
1g
Sodium
620mg
Sugar
0g
Calculated by Nutrifox · estimates only · varies by brand
Frequently asked

20 Minute Ground Chicken Egg Roll in a Bowl, your questions.

What makes 20 Minute Ground Chicken Egg Roll in a Bowl worth making?
Tender ground chicken and shredded cabbage tossed in a savory sesame soy glaze deliver all the craveable flavors of an egg roll with zero deep frying.
How long does 20 Minute Ground Chicken Egg Roll in a Bowl take to make?
20 Minute Ground Chicken Egg Roll in a Bowl takes 20 minutes total: 5 min prep and 15 min cook time.
What equipment do you need for 20 Minute Ground Chicken Egg Roll in a Bowl?
A heavy-bottomed pan, tongs, and an instant-read thermometer are a solid baseline for most chicken recipes.
What is the key technique for 20 Minute Ground Chicken Egg Roll in a Bowl?
**Check Doneness and Garnish**: Verify ground chicken reaches 165°F on an instant read thermometer. Remove skillet from heat. Scatter sliced green onion tops and toasted sesame seeds across the surface before serving warm.

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