Vietnamese Shredded Chicken

Recipe makes 2 servings

Ingredients:

8 oz (226 g) chicken breast
3 cups (180 g) Chinese cabbage, thinly shredded
1 small carrot, julienned (about 1/3 cup / 40 g)
1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced (about 1/2 cup / 50 g)
1/4 cup (10 g) fresh cilantro, chopped
2 green onions, sliced
2 Tbsp (30 ml) lime juice
1 Tbsp (15 ml) olive oil
1 small garlic clove, minced

Instructions:

Bring a small pot of salted water to a boil. Add the chicken breast, reduce the heat, and simmer  for 15 minutes or until fully cooked.

Remove and shred the meat with a fork.

In a large bowl combine the cabbage, carrot, red pepper, cilantro, and green onion.

Separately, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, and garlic to make a dressing.

Add the shredded chicken to the vegetables, pour in the dressing and mix well.

Serve immediately.

 

Nutritional breakdown per serving. Recipe makes 2 servings

240 Calories
28g Protein
9g Fat
3g Fiber
10g Total Carbs
7g NET Carbs

Dr. Benjamin Bikman

Author

Dr. Benjamin Bikman, PhD, is a metabolic scientist and professor of Physiology & Developmental Biology, widely recognized for his research on insulin resistance, human metabolism, and metabolic health. As an expert in energy regulation and the hormonal drivers of obesity, he has published numerous studies connecting diet, macronutrient balance, and insulin response. Dr. Bikman is the Co-Founder and Chief Scientist of HLTH Code, where he applies his metabolic research to formulate science-backed nutrition solutions. He is also the author of Why We Get Sick, a leading book on metabolic dysfunction, and is frequently referenced in discussions on low-carb nutrition, protein prioritization, and metabolic wellness.