Description
A delicious and easy Chinese Chicken Cabbage Stir-Fry that combines tender chicken breast with crisp cabbage, vibrant vegetables, and a savory sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this healthy stir-fry is packed with flavor and nutrients.
Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Stir-Fry
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 4 cups green cabbage, shredded
- 1 large carrot, julienned
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 3 green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces
Sauce
- 3 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Garnish
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a small bowl, toss the thinly sliced chicken breast with 2 tablespoons soy sauce and 1 tablespoon cornstarch. Let it marinate for 10 minutes to tenderize and enhance flavor.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry for 4 to 5 minutes until it is lightly browned and nearly cooked through. Remove the chicken from the wok and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the hot wok. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn them.
- Cook the Vegetables: Add shredded green cabbage, julienned carrot, and thinly sliced red bell pepper to the wok. Stir-fry the vegetables for 3 to 4 minutes until they are crisp-tender but still vibrant and colorful.
- Combine and Add Sauce: Return the cooked chicken to the wok with the vegetables. Stir in oyster sauce, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes if using. Toss everything together thoroughly so each ingredient is coated with the flavorful sauce and the chicken cooks completely.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, sprinkle with chopped green onions and sesame seeds for a nutty finish. Serve your Chinese Chicken Cabbage Stir-Fry hot with steamed jasmine rice or noodles for a satisfying meal.
Notes
- Serve this stir-fry with steamed jasmine rice or noodles to make it a complete meal.
- You can substitute green cabbage with napa cabbage for a slightly different texture and flavor.
- For an alternative flavor profile, swap oyster sauce with hoisin sauce.
- Add a splash of chili oil for extra heat and depth of flavor if desired.
- Make sure not to overcook the vegetables to keep their crispness and nutritional value.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 890 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
