Quick Chicken Cabbage Stir Fry Recipe
Ingredients
- 2-3 Green Onions
bulb and stalks separated and sliced
- 8.5 ounces Chicken Boneless
- 1 inch Ginger Fresh
fresh
- 2-3 pieces Garlic Cloves
fresh
- 10.6 ounces Cabbage shredded
Green or napa *see Notes
- 1 Tablespoon Oil
I.e. vegetable, canola, sunflower,
- 2 Tablespoon Soy Sauce
Classic commonly available type
- 1.7 fluid ounces Water
not needed if you use napa cabbage
- Sesame Seeds or Sesame Oil
- Red Chili Pepper Flakes
Red Chili Flakes
Directions
- 1
Keep all the ingredients ready. Slice the green onion and keep the white bulb and the green stalks separate. We will use the stalks as a garnish. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces. Shred cabbage. Chop ginger and garlic.
- 2
Heat oil in a pan and stir-fry the onion bulb slices on a higher heat setting.
- 3
Add the chopped ginger and garlic and stir-fry for a minute as well. Reduce the heat slightly.
- 4
Add cabbage and stir cook for 2 minutes over a high heat setting, or until the cabbage takes up less space in the pan. I like to use Chinese cooking chopsticks to stir-fry because they are longer and easier to use.
- 5
Quickly pour the soy sauce and water over the cabbage stir-fry and mix well. Stir cook 2-3 minutes over a high heat until water dissolves and cabbage cooks through. (If you use napa cabbage, don't add water and just cook for 1-2mins until half cooked through)
- 6
Reduce the heat setting to medium-high, make some space in the center and add chicken strips and stir fry. Mix the cabbage over the chicken and cook everything through. Make sure the chicken is cooked on all sides. The cabbage helps in keeping the chicken from turning chewy while cooking, however, make sure to not overcook the chicken on super high heat for all too long.
- 7
Once the chicken is cooked, the cabbage is crisp and tender and the liquid has dissolved, take from the heat and sprinkle some sesame seeds or sesame oil, as well as red pepper flakes over the cabbage chicken skillet meal. Spread the sliced green onion over the dish and serve still hot. Cal258
Quick Chicken Cabbage Stir Fry Recipe
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About this Recipe
Craving a delicious, low-carb dinner that won't keep you tied to the kitchen? This Quick Chicken Cabbage Stir Fry recipe is your answer, bringing vibrant, Asian-inspired flavors to your table with minimal effort and just one pan.
What makes this stir fry truly special is its clever design for speed and convenience. By combining juicy boneless chicken with fresh aromatic ingredients like ginger, garlic, and green onions, you get a deeply flavorful meal that cooks up quickly. It's a genuine one-pot wonder, ensuring maximum taste with minimal cleanup, which is a lifesaver on busy weeknights.
Get ready for a savory and incredibly satisfying meal where tender pieces of boneless chicken are perfectly complemented by crisp-tender shredded cabbage. Each forkful delivers a delightful interplay of umami-rich soy sauce, the bright kick of fresh ginger and garlic, and a hint of pungency from green onions. The texture contrast between the chicken and cabbage is delightful, making this a truly engaging dish to eat. This recipe proudly features as a low-carb and one-pot option, ensuring you can enjoy a wholesome, flavor-packed meal without guilt or a sink full of dishes.
One of the joys of cooking is making a recipe your own, and this stir fry offers some wonderful opportunities. You can choose between green cabbage for a heartier crunch or napa cabbage for a softer, slightly sweeter profile—just note that napa cabbage often releases more liquid, meaning you might skip the added water in the recipe. For an extra layer of authentic flavor and visual appeal, don't forget the finishing touches: a sprinkle of sesame seeds or a drizzle of fragrant sesame oil can elevate the dish. If you love a little heat, a dash of red chili pepper flakes will add a delightful kick.
This versatile Quick Chicken Cabbage Stir Fry stands alone as a complete and satisfying meal, perfect for a speedy weeknight dinner, a wholesome lunch, or whenever you need a flavorful, low-carb option that's ready in a flash.