Chicken Cabbage Stir-Fry
Chicken Cabbage Stir-Fry is a delightful, colorful dish that brings together tender chicken and crisp cabbage with a medley of vibrant vegetables. This quick and easy stir-fry can be prepared in just 30 minutes, making it the ideal weeknight meal. Infused with garlic and a savory-sweet sauce, it’s sure to satisfy your cravings while delivering a nutritious punch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ head green cabbage (about 4 cups shredded)
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 2 medium carrots, julienned
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp honey
- 2 Tbsp vegetable oil for cooking
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by slicing chicken, shredding cabbage, and julienning carrots and bell peppers.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and sauté for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic, carrots, and bell peppers to the skillet; stir-fry for another 3 minutes until slightly softened.
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, sesame oil, and honey. Pour over the chicken and vegetables; toss to coat.
- Add shredded cabbage; stir-fry for an additional 2 minutes until wilted.
- Serve hot on plates with any remaining sauce drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for a different protein option. For extra flavor, add ginger or chili flakes. This dish pairs well with rice or noodles for a heartier meal.