cabbage meals
This Cabbage Stir-Fry with Chicken is a simple, nutritious meal that combines tender chicken pieces with crisp, fresh cabbage and colorful vegetables. Quick to prepare and cook, it's perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet or wok
- 1 cutting board
- 1 sharp knife
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 spatula or wooden spoon
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 cups green cabbage, shredded
- 1 unit bell pepper (any color), sliced
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- to taste unit salt and pepper
Instructions
- Start by heating the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and lightly browned.
- Once the chicken is done, add the minced garlic and ginger to the skillet. Stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the sliced bell pepper and julienned carrots to the skillet. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender but still crisp.
- Add the shredded cabbage to the skillet. Pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil. Toss everything together and cook for 4-5 minutes until the cabbage wilts and is tender but not mushy.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or soy sauce if desired.
- Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds or green onions if preferred.
Notes
You can customize this stir-fry by adding other vegetables, such as broccoli, snap peas, or mushrooms, depending on what you have on hand.
For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with tofu and use vegetable broth instead of soy sauce for a lighter flavor.