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Healthy Chicken and Cabbage Stir Fry – A Quick Weeknight Favorite

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  • Author: Isabella
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Stir-Fry
  • Cuisine: Chinese

Description

A quick and flavorful stir-fry featuring tender chicken, crisp cabbage, and a savory sauce. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, thinly sliced
  • 4 cups green cabbage, shredded
  • 1 medium carrot, julienned
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1-inch piece ginger, minced
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
  • Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and black pepper. Set aside.

2. In another small bowl, combine cornstarch and water to make a slurry. Set aside.

3. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

4. Add chicken slices and cook until lightly browned, about 3-4 minutes. Remove and set aside.

5. In the same skillet, add garlic and ginger. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

6. Add cabbage and carrot. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.

7. Return the chicken to the skillet. Pour the sauce over the mixture and stir to combine.

8. Add the cornstarch slurry and cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.

9. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve hot with steamed rice.


Notes

For extra heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a drizzle of chili oil.

Substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for a different protein option.

Use Napa cabbage for a milder flavor if preferred.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 portion
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg