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