Description
This Chicken Cabbage Stir Fry is a quick, healthy, and flavorful Asian-inspired dish that combines tender slices of chicken breast with crisp vegetables like cabbage, carrots, and red bell pepper, all tossed in a savory sauce with garlic, ginger, and sesame notes. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, it’s easy to prepare and packed with protein and fiber.
Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Vegetables
- 3 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 green onions, sliced
Sauce and Oils
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, toss the sliced chicken with 2 tablespoons soy sauce and 1 tablespoon cornstarch until evenly coated. Let it marinate for 10 minutes to enhance flavor and tenderize the chicken.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry for 4 to 5 minutes until fully cooked and browned on the outside. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet. Add minced garlic and grated ginger and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, releasing their flavors.
- Cook the Vegetables: Toss in the shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, and thinly sliced red bell pepper. Stir-fry for 4 to 5 minutes until vegetables are tender but still crisp, maintaining their fresh texture.
- Combine and Sauce: Return the cooked chicken to the pan. Add oyster sauce, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Stir everything together thoroughly to coat the chicken and vegetables evenly. Heat through for an additional minute.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the stir-fry from heat. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve hot as a satisfying main dish, perfect on its own or with your choice of side.
Notes
- For a low-carb option, serve the stir-fry as is or with cauliflower rice instead of regular rice.
- You can increase the vegetable variety by adding mushrooms, snap peas, or broccoli for extra nutrition and texture.
- Adjust the amount of soy sauce based on your sodium preference to keep it healthier.
