Description
This quick and flavorful Chinese Chicken & Cabbage Stir-Fry is a must-try for anyone looking for a healthy dinner idea that’s faster than takeout. Juicy chicken, crisp bell peppers, and tender cabbage are tossed in a glossy, sweet-savory garlic sauce that coats every bite perfectly. Whether you’re planning an easy dinner, need a meal prep staple, or want fresh weeknight food ideas, this easy recipe delivers big on taste without fuss.
Ingredients
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs, sliced thin
3 cups cabbage, shredded
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 green bell pepper, sliced
1 medium onion, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil for stir-frying
2 green onions, chopped for garnish
Instructions
1. Slice chicken, cabbage, bell peppers, and onion. Mince garlic and mix sauce ingredients in a small bowl.
2. Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sear for a minute without stirring, then cook until golden and done. Remove from pan.
3. In same pan, add a bit more oil and stir-fry onions, bell peppers, and cabbage for 3-4 minutes until just tender.
4. Push veggies aside and sauté garlic for 30 seconds. Return chicken to pan, pour in sauce, and toss everything together until thickened.
5. Drizzle with sesame oil, sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve hot over rice or noodles.
Notes
Slice all ingredients before you start cooking—this stir-fry moves fast.
Don’t overcrowd the pan or your chicken will steam instead of sear.
Add sesame oil at the very end off-heat to preserve its flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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