Description
This quick and easy Chinese Chicken Cabbage Stir-Fry recipe features tender chicken, crunchy cabbage, and a flavorful stir-fry sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s a healthy and delicious meal packed with lean protein and fiber-rich vegetables.
Ingredients
- Chicken: Thinly sliced boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs.
- Cabbage: Shredded green cabbage for crunch and absorption of sauce.
- Carrots: Julienned for sweetness and vibrant color.
- Garlic & Ginger: Aromatic essentials for authentic flavor.
- Green Onions: For a fresh, sharp finish.
- Soy Sauce & Oyster Sauce: Form the umami-rich stir-fry sauce base.
- Cornstarch: To tenderize chicken and provide velvety texture.
- Sesame Oil: Adds a nutty depth to finish the dish.
- Vegetable Oil: For stir-frying over high heat.
- White Pepper & Red Pepper Flakes (optional): Adds gentle heat.
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Combine chicken with cornstarch, soy sauce, and white pepper. Let sit for 10 minutes to tenderize.
- Prepare the Sauce: Mix remaining soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil. Adjust to taste.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Stir-fry chicken until no longer pink, about 4-5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add garlic and ginger to the pan, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add Vegetables: Stir-fry cabbage and carrots for 3-4 minutes, maintaining their crunch.
- Combine Everything: Return the chicken to the pan, pour in the sauce, and toss everything together. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- Finish and Serve: Drizzle with sesame oil and garnish with green onions. Serve over rice or noodles.
Notes
- Variations: Swap chicken for tofu, shrimp, or beef. Add bell peppers, snap peas, or mushrooms for extra veggies.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheating: Reheat in a skillet over medium heat or microwave in short intervals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Stir-fry, Dinner, Asian Cuisine
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Chinese
