Chinese Chicken Cabbage Stir Fry
This delicious and healthy Chinese Chicken Cabbage Stir Fry combines tender chicken pieces and fresh cabbage, all stir-fried with vibrant flavors. It's a quick and easy dish that's perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Equipment
- 1 wok or large frying pan
- 1 cutting board
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 spatula
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, sliced thinly
- 4 cups green cabbage, chopped
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch piece of ginger, grated
- ΒΌ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the sliced chicken breast with cornstarch, soy sauce, and sugar. Mix well and let it marinate for about 10 minutes.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- In the same wok, add sesame oil and heat it for a minute. Add the garlic, ginger, and onion, and stir-fry until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add the chopped cabbage and julienned carrots to the wok. Stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
- Return the cooked chicken back into the wok. Mix everything together and season with salt and pepper. Stir-fry for an additional 1-2 minutes to heat through.
- Serve hot, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
For added flavor, you can include other vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas.
Serve this stir fry over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Adjust the soy sauce and seasoning according to your taste preferences.