Craving a delicious, lightning-fast meal that's packed with flavor and nutrition? Look no further than this mouthwatering Chicken Cabbage Stir Fry that will have your taste buds dancing and your family begging for seconds! In just 25 minutes, you'll create an Asian-inspired dish that's not only incredibly tasty but also remarkably simple to prepare. Whether you're a busy professional, a home cook looking to impress, or someone seeking a quick and healthy meal option, this recipe is your ultimate culinary solution.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
- 4 cups cabbage, shredded
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, minced
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by slicing chicken breast into thin, even strips. Shred cabbage into bite-sized pieces. Slice bell pepper into thin strips. Mince garlic and ginger finely.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large wok or wide skillet over medium-high heat. Allow the oil to become hot but not smoking.
- Add minced garlic and ginger to the hot oil. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
- Add sliced chicken breast to the wok. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, ensuring chicken is cooked through and turns white with no pink remaining.
- Add sliced bell peppers to the wok. Continue stir-frying for an additional 2 minutes until peppers start to soften slightly.
- Add shredded cabbage to the wok. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, maintaining high heat to keep vegetables crisp and prevent soggy texture.
- Pour soy sauce over the stir-fry, tossing ingredients to ensure even coating and flavor distribution.
- Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until cabbage is tender-crisp and chicken is fully cooked.
- Remove from heat and transfer to serving plates. Garnish with sesame seeds for added flavor and visual appeal.
- Serve hot immediately, optionally with steamed rice or noodles as a complementary side dish.
Tips
- Prep is Key: Slice all ingredients uniformly to ensure even cooking and professional-looking results.
- High Heat Magic: Use a wok or wide skillet and maintain medium-high heat to achieve that perfect stir-fry sear and prevent soggy vegetables.
- Don't Overcrowd: Cook in batches if necessary to ensure each ingredient gets proper heat and caramelization.
- Mise en Place: Have all ingredients chopped and ready before you start cooking, as stir-frying moves quickly.
- Freshness Matters: Use fresh, crisp cabbage and high-quality chicken for the best flavor and texture.
- Customize Your Flavor: Feel free to add red pepper flakes for heat or swap soy sauce with tamari for a gluten-free option.
- Garnish Generously: Sesame seeds not only add visual appeal but also provide a nutty crunch to your dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 30g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 75mg
