Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Chicken Cabbage Stir Fry, a quick and easy dish that transforms simple ingredients into a culinary masterpiece. Juicy chicken breast, crisp cabbage, and colorful bell peppers come together in a savory sauce, creating a satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. In just under 30 minutes, you can serve up this delightful stir fry that promises to impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 4 cups fresh green cabbage, chopped
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced (any color)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar or honey
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Cooked rice or noodles (optional)
Instructions
- Slice chicken into bite-sized pieces. Chop cabbage and bell peppers into strips.
- In a large skillet, heat sesame oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add chicken pieces to the skillet; sear until golden brown and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from the skillet.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and ginger; stir until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add cabbage and bell peppers with a pinch of salt; cook for about 3-5 minutes until softened but still crunchy.
- Return chicken to the skillet; pour in soy sauce and sugar/honey. Stir well to coat everything evenly; cook for an additional minute.
- Sprinkle green onions over top and serve hot over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap out vegetables based on what you have on hand—broccoli or snap peas work well too! For extra crunch, toss in some roasted peanuts or cashews at the end. To make it spicier, add red pepper flakes or Sriracha when cooking.