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chicken cabbage stir fry

This Chicken Cabbage Stir Fry is a quick and healthy dish that combines tender chicken with fresh cabbage and a mix of flavorful sauces. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this dish is both satisfying and light.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 People
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 wok or large skillet
  • 1 cutting board
  • 1 measuring cups
  • 1 measuring spoons
  • 1 wooden spoon or spatula

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
  • 4 cups green cabbage, shredded
  • 1 cup bell pepper, sliced any color
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch ginger, minced
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce optional
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for garnish
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish, optional

Instructions
 

  • Prepare all your ingredients: thinly slice the chicken, shred the cabbage, and slice the bell pepper and onion. Mince the garlic and ginger.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the chicken is cooked through and slightly golden.
  • Add the onion, bell pepper, garlic, and ginger to the wok. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
  • Stir in the shredded cabbage and cook for another 2 minutes until the cabbage is wilted but still crunchy.
  • Pour in the soy sauce and oyster sauce (if using), mixing everything well to ensure the chicken and vegetables are evenly coated with the sauce. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  • Drizzle the sesame oil over the stir-fry and mix well. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or soy sauce if needed.
  • Remove from heat and transfer to a serving platter. Garnish with sesame seeds and fresh cilantro if desired.
  • Serve hot and enjoy your Chicken Cabbage Stir Fry!

Notes

Feel free to customize this recipe by adding other vegetables like carrots, broccoli, or snap peas.
For extra flavor, you can marinate the chicken in soy sauce, garlic, and ginger for 30 minutes before cooking.
This dish pairs well with steamed rice or noodles if you want to add some carbs.