Description
A quick and healthy Chinese Chicken Cabbage Stir-Fry made with tender chicken, crisp cabbage, colorful vegetables, and a savory stir-fry sauce. Perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner that’s both nutritious and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Protein and Vegetables
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced
- 2 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 3 green onions, sliced (white and green parts separated)
For the Stir-Fry Sauce
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, cornstarch, water, sugar, and red pepper flakes (if using) until smooth. Set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the thinly sliced chicken and cook for 4 to 6 minutes until browned and fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.
- Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and the white parts of the sliced green onions. Stir and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Cook Vegetables: Add the thinly sliced cabbage, shredded carrots, and red bell pepper to the skillet. Stir-fry the vegetables for 3 to 4 minutes until they are just tender but still crisp.
- Combine and Finish: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the prepared stir-fry sauce over the mixture and toss everything together. Cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the chicken and vegetables.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the green parts of the sliced green onions over the stir-fry and serve immediately, ideally over steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
- Use napa cabbage instead of green cabbage for a more tender texture.
- For a low-carb option, serve the stir-fry with cauliflower rice instead of regular rice.
- Add extra vegetables like mushrooms or snap peas to increase the dish’s nutritional value and variety.
