Description
Chinese Chicken Cabbage Stir-Fry is a vibrant, quick-to-make dish that transforms your weeknight dinners into a flavorful experience. Tender chicken breast pieces are stir-fried with crisp cabbage, colorful bell peppers, and aromatic garlic, all enveloped in a savory sauce. This delightful recipe offers a perfect balance of lean protein and fresh vegetables, making it an ideal choice for health-conscious families eager to enjoy a nutritious meal in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb), diced
- 3 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), sliced
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp honey or sugar
- 2 tbsp canola oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by dicing the chicken and slicing the cabbage and bell peppers.
- In a large skillet, heat canola oil over medium-high heat and add the diced chicken. Sauté until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the sliced cabbage and bell peppers; cook until tender-crisp, about 3-5 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, sesame oil, and honey; pour over the stir-fry mixture. Toss to coat evenly.
- Serve immediately over rice or noodles for a satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg