Description

This Irresistibly Easy Sautéed Garlic Cabbage with Tender Chicken recipe features thinly sliced chicken thighs cooked to golden perfection and tender cabbage sautéed with fragrant garlic and savory sauces. A quick and healthy one-pan dish combining umami flavors and a touch of spice makes for an ideal weeknight meal.

Ingredients

Chicken

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil or sesame oil, divided

Vegetables & Aromatics

1 small green cabbage, thinly sliced (about 6 cups)
4 cloves garlic, minced

Sauces & Seasonings

1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional, for umami)
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt to taste

Garnish

Fresh parsley or green onions, chopped

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Instructions

Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the thinly sliced chicken and cook for 4–6 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Sauté Garlic: In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Sauté the minced garlic for about 30 seconds until it becomes fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Cook Cabbage: Add the thinly sliced cabbage to the skillet. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage wilts and starts to caramelize slightly, enhancing its natural sweetness.
Combine and Season: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the cabbage. Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce if using, ground black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Mix well to combine all flavors and cook for an additional 2–3 minutes to heat through and meld the flavors.
Final Touches: Taste and adjust seasoning by adding salt as needed. Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley or green onions before serving.

Notes

Using chicken thighs will provide more tenderness and flavor, but breasts work well for a leaner option.
Oyster sauce is optional; omit for a vegetarian or simpler profile.
For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari.
Adjust crushed red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level or omit for a milder dish.
This dish is perfect served over steamed rice or noodles for a filling meal.