Description
This Chinese Chicken Cabbage Stir-Fry is a quick and healthy weeknight meal featuring tender chicken breast, crisp cabbage, and vibrant vegetables tossed in a savory soy-ginger sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a perfect balance of protein and veggies with a flavorful Asian-inspired twist.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
Vegetables
- 4 cups green cabbage, shredded
- 1 cup carrots, thinly sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 green onions, sliced
Sauce & Oils
- 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Slice the chicken into thin, even strips. Shred the cabbage, slice the carrots and bell peppers, mince the garlic, and grate the ginger to have all fresh ingredients ready for cooking.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together low sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, and water until smooth. Set this sauce mixture aside to be added later.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer and cook for 5 to 6 minutes until browned and fully cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the same pan. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Cook Vegetables: Add the sliced carrots and bell peppers to the pan and cook for 2 to 3 minutes to slightly soften them. Then stir in the shredded cabbage and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes, allowing it to become tender yet still crisp.
- Combine and Finish: Return the cooked chicken to the pan with the vegetables. Pour in the prepared sauce and toss everything together thoroughly. Cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the stir-fry ingredients.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle sliced green onions over the dish for a fresh finish. Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For extra heat, add sliced chili peppers or a dash of crushed red pepper flakes during the sauté of garlic and ginger.
- Use a wok or large skillet for optimal stir-fry results with even heat distribution.
- Adjust soy sauce quantity for salt preference and consider low sodium options to reduce sodium intake.
- Feel free to swap chicken breast with tofu or shrimp for variations.
- Serve with steamed jasmine rice or noodles to make it a complete meal.
