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Chinese Chicken Cabbage Stir-Fry

A quick and flavorful stir-fry made with tender chicken, crunchy cabbage, and colorful vegetables, all enveloped in a savory sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb boneless chicken breast, thinly sliced
  • 4 cups green cabbage, shredded
  • 1 piece bell pepper (red or yellow), sliced
  • 1 cup carrots, julienned
Aromatics
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced
Sauces and Oils
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for cooking)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil (for added flavor)
Garnish (Optional)
  • to taste green onions, sliced
  • to taste sesame seeds

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by slicing your chicken into thin strips and chopping up your vegetables. Have everything ready to go since stir-frying is a quick cooking process.
Cooking
  1. In a large wok or frying pan, add vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Allow it to heat until shimmered.
  2. Toss the sliced chicken into the hot wok. Stir constantly for about 5-6 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and no longer pink in the center. Remove the chicken from the wok and set aside.
  3. In the same wok, add a touch more oil if needed, then toss in the minced garlic and ginger. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to let them burn.
  4. Next, add in the shredded cabbage, bell pepper, and carrots. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften but still maintain some crunch.
  5. Return the chicken to the wok and pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil. Stir everything together for another 2 minutes until everything is heated through.
  6. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired and serve hot. Enjoy!

Notes

For best flavor, always use fresh veggies and spices. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.